IRS Issues Guidance on Reporting Health Coverage on W-2’s

Still wondering about how to report health coverage on W-2’s.

Employers Go High-Tech with Benefit Information

Employers of all sizes are turning to new technologies to make benefit communications easier and more effective.

Expert: CDHPs Can Succeed with Right Incentives

A little nudge (and maybe some cash) can spur employees to be good health consumers, which can save employers money in the long run, experts say.

Feb. Webinar: Communicating with Benefit Plan Participants in the Digital Age

The February installment of the Employer Webinar Series will explore compliance requirements and challenges of electronic notices for benefit plans.

New Year Brings Extra W-2 Duty for Many

A new health care coverage reporting rule kicks in for many employers this year.

Rising Cost Tops Employees’ Health Care Worries

Their employers are most concerned about the lack of federal guidance on what requirements must be communicated to employees.

Downsizing? Don’t Forget About Plan Notice Requirements

Read more about the policies and procedures for downsizing.

In Brief:

Tailoring communications to workers’ age groups can boost engagement, but most employers fall short, a survey notes.

In Brief: DOL Delays Benefits Summary Rules

The Department of Labor delays the deadline for employers to comply with new rules regarding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC).

EEOC Move Adds New Compliance Wrinkle to Wellness Programs

A regional office within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has ruled that incentives offered to employees’ spouses to complete a health risk assessment are a violation of the Genetic Information and Nondiscrimination Act (GINA).