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Prescription Drug Data Reporting: What the “Good Faith Compliance” Extension Really Means for Self-Funded Group Health Plans

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

We recently reported on an FAQ issued December 23, 2022 (FAQ About Affordable Care Act and Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 Implementation Part 56) by the US Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury (collectively, the Departments).

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10 People Sustainability Strategies for Your Business

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Better Employee Health and Well-being Prioritizing people sustainability can lead to a healthier and more motivated workforce, with lower rates of stress, burnout, and absenteeism. According to a study by the SHRM , companies that invest in employee health and wellness programs see a return of $3 for every $1 spent.

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Conversations on Healthcare Governance

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In this three-part podcast series focusing on healthcare governance, McDermott Partner Michael Peregrine joins the American Health Law Association to discuss a range of governance issues, including the following: The nature and scope of the fiduciary responsibilities facing board members within nonprofit health systems; Standards of conduct, expectations (..)

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Inflation and ERISA Penalties: Hand in Hand for 2022

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The Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 2015 directs the US Department of Labor (DOL) to make annual inflation adjustments to specified Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) violations.

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Employers Explore Abortion Coverage Continuation

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

While the United States awaits the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson, which may overturn Roe v. Wade and eliminate the federal standard for abortion access, some states are considering setting their own standards that would ban or protect the medical procedure.