Transgender Woman’s Sex Discrimination Claim Allowed to Proceed Under ACA

A federal court rules that a transgender woman’s discrimination claim can proceed under ACA. The result of the case could expand minimum essential coverage. Read More

Affordable Care Act Penalties Increase Again in 2024

The IRS recently made available the 2024 ACA penalty amounts for non-compliance with the Employer Mandate. And they have increased yet again. In Rev. Proc. 2023-17, the tax agency makes clear the… Read More

How the DOL Independent Contractor Rule Affects ACA Compliance

The stakes just got higher for employers that misclassify their workers.  The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its new Independent Contractor Rule, which takes effect on March 11, 2024, and has clear implications for employers in regard to… Read More

ACA 1095-C Furnishing Deadline 2023: Ensure Compliance with ACA Complete®

It’s that time of year again – Affordable Care Act reporting season, when employers prepare to comply with ACA 1095-C furnishing deadline 2023. To meet ACA deadlines, employers must furnish forms to their full-time employees by March 1, 2024. Understanding ACA Reporting Requirements Effective from the… Read More

ACA Filing Takeaways for The New Year

As 2024 approaches, now is the time to begin preparing for the 2023 ACA reporting requirements. To assist you with your ACA responsibilities, we’ve curated a list of some of the most common ACA reporting questions and answers heading into 2024. We hope you find these… Read More

Demystifying the ACA Look-Back Measurement for Full-Time Employee Count

Employers have long taken on the role of providing healthcare coverage for employees—it’s a highly valued benefit that can help employers stand out in competitive job markets. The advent of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), though, has formalized the role. The ACA has significantly impacted whether and how… Read More

Decoding ACA Full-Time Employee Rules: A Guide for ALEs

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was designed to lessen the financial burden of healthcare insurance for Americans and ensure access to insurance for all. Employers have taken on an important role here, as the government has mandated that they make affordable health insurance available to employees—and to confirm… Read More

Breaking Free: The Power of Visibility in ACA Compliance

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has reshaped the healthcare landscape, introducing a number of daunting compliance challenges in the process. Navigating the ACA compliance landscape can be challenging, even for the most experienced HR… Read More

ACA Penalty Risks: Proactive Compliance and Risk Mitigation for Employers

The landscape of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been witnessing significant shifts, particularly concerning subsidies and their implications. We’ve recently explored how IRS safe harbors for affordability help businesses avoid ACA penalties, discussed concerns arising as ACA subsidies change, and delved into how altering the poverty level… Read More

National Uninsured Rate Reaches All-Time Low in 2023

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released a report showing that the national uninsured rate reached an all-time low of 7.7 percent in early 2023. This significant decline in the uninsured rate is a result of the… Read More