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Taxation of Identity Protection Services

Fringe Benefit Analysts

million people were victims of identity theft in 2014. Some insurance carriers are now also offering identity protection services to their customers at no additional cost. According to the IRS, identity theft has been the number one consumer complaint to the Federal Trade Commission for 15 consecutive years.

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How Health Care Reform Helps People and Small Businesses Pay for Coverage

Insperity

To be eligible for a premium tax credit, citizens and legal residents must satisfy the following criteria: Have household income between 100-400 percent of the federal poverty line (FPL); for 2014 subsidies , the FPL for employees living in all states except Hawaii and Alaska is $11,490 for an individual and $23,550 for a family of four.

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Health Care Reform Play or Pay Delay: Why You Shouldn’t Wait

Insperity

10, 2014, the federal government announced yet another delay to the employer shared responsibility (“Play or Pay”) provisions of the Affordable Care Act. 1, 2014, or pay a penalty. Your business should be tracking hours worked by all employees in 2014 for analysis of your “applicable large employer” status and responsibilities.

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Creating the “Urgent Care First” Mindset for Employee Benefits

Corporate Synergies

1 In fact, from 2014 through June of 2017, the number of urgent care centers rose by nearly 20%. From 2009 to 2016 (the most recent data available), the average amount that hospitals billed insurance carriers for an emergency room visit more than doubled, from $600 to $1,322. over the last decade.

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The PEO Industry in 2020 & Beyond: What The Next Decade Holds

Genesis HR Solutions

In 2014, legislation passed that authorized the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to develop a program for Certified Professional Employer Organizations (CPEOs). Managing insurance carrier relationships. million to 3.7 At Genesis HR, we eliminate the hassle of finding and managing the best plans for your organization.

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Health Care Reform: 4 Ways to Find Health Insurance for Your Business

Insperity

Much like the state exchanges for individuals, SHOP is an online marketplace where small business owners or their insurance brokers will be able to compare and buy various health plans for their companies. Note that for 2014, the SHOP in your state may have limited coverage options available. Use a health insurance broker.

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8 Must-ask Questions When Shopping for a PEO

Insperity

What carriers or third-party administrator (TPA) does the PEO use? If health benefits are provided under a fully-insured, PEO-sponsored plan, you will want to make sure the PEO’s insurance carriers are reputable and provide coverage in the areas where you have employees. Are you a CPEO?