Complying with ACA Affordability Requirements: Insights for Plan Sponsors

Steering though the continuously shifting landscape of healthcare regulation can be daunting, especially when it comes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). With the ACA’s affordability threshold for employer-sponsored health plans shifting annually, staying compliant is more critical than ever for applicable large employers (ALEs). In a recent Benefits Magazine article, Jack M. Towarnicky, ERISA … Continued

Strengthening NSA Legislation: What It Means for Employers and How aequum Can Help

In response to ongoing challenges within the No Surprises Act (NSA) framework, Rep. Greg Murphy (R-NC) and colleagues have introduced new legislation to close existing loopholes and enhance patient protection. This proposed bill (H.R.9572) focuses on increasing penalties for group health plans and health insurance providers who violate balance billing regulations, ensuring that patients are … Continued