Virginia Meyers

The IRS has released the 2025 employer shared responsibility payments under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Applicable large employers (ALEs) may face penalties for failing to provide minimum essential coverage to 95% of full-time employees, or for offering coverage that is not affordable or does not meet minimum value. The Read more

The No Surprises Act, as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), requires employer-sponsored health plans to comply with annual prescription drug data collection (RxDC) reporting to provide transparency in prescription drug and health care spending. Data is reported to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), the Department of Read more

Change Healthcare, a division of UnitedHealthcare’s Optum, was the target of a cyberattack resulting in significant disruptions to prescription orders at thousands of pharmacies nationwide. The impact in the U.S. has been profound, as parent company Optum provides services to more than 60,000 pharmacies and care for more than 100 Read more

DEEP DIVE INTO QUALIFYING EVENTS AND SPECIAL ENROLLMENT PERIODS Tuesday, April 9th | 12:00 p.m. MT REGISTER Attend this month’s webinar to learn how the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulates employee benefit contribution levels and the timing of enrollment elections. Gain insights into: The irrevocable nature of plan elections The Read more

Born between 1981 and 1996, Millennials represent 44% of the current workforce. They are reshaping expectations with their demand for roles that are not only professionally fulfilling but also personally resonant and socially impactful. For this generation, a job represents an essential aspect of their identity and life purpose, emphasizing Read more

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a voluntary initiative to an important business strategy that influences brand perception, employee engagement, and investor relations.   CSR can include: charitable donations disaster relief employee volunteer programs sponsorships partnerships Current Landscape of CSR A recent report from Skillsoft highlights a significant increase Read more

Self-care is more than a buzzword — it’s crucial to maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life. Often misunderstood as an indulgence, self-care is a personal and ongoing process of making healthy choices a top priority for your overall well-being.   What Is Self-Care? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Read more