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A New Normal? Omnibus Bill Extends High Deductible Health Plan Telehealth Safe Harbor

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

provisions make some significant changes for retirement plans , but CAA 2023 also extends the telehealth plan safe harbor for high-deductible health plans (“HDHPs”) that were first introduced in the 2020 CARES Act. Generally, a participant must pay their HDHP’s deductible before the plan can cover medical services.

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Tribunal rules stress can be disability without mental health diagnosis

Employee Benefits

At a preliminary hearing to discuss a case brought against Aneurin Bevan University Local Health Board, the tribunal panel in Cardiff found that claimant Mrs Phillips could be considered disabled under the Equality Act 2010. Phillips is pursuing a claim for disability discrimination and complaints about deductions from wages and holiday pay.

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Health Plans Covering Fewer Drugs, Imposing More Restrictions

InterWest Insurance Services

According to a new study by GoodRx , a website that helps people find discounts and rebates on prescription medications, Medicare Part D insurance companies in 2024 cover 54% of all drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration, compared to 75% in 2010. This is referred to as a pharmacy deductible. That’s the trade-off.

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For HDHPs, IRS Confirms Pre-Deductible COVID-19 Testing Coverage Will End Next Year

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

As a reminder, if an HDHP covers medical items and services before the participant satisfies the IRS minimum deductible (self-only or family), that coverage may disqualify the participant’s HSA contributions. Can an HDHP continue to provide pre-deductible coverage of COVID-19 testing and treatment without impacting HSA eligibility?

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Managing Employee Healthcare Costs in 2021

Best Money Moves

The ever increasing cost of healthcare combined with uncertainty about coverage, deductibles and copays keep some employees from getting the medical care they need. The average family premium has increased 55 percent since 2010 and 22 percent since 2015.

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All you need to know about the changes in employment law from 6 April 2024

Workplace Insight

There are also further employment law changes later in 2024: Distribution of tips Starting from 1 July, employees will be granted full entitlement to their tips without any deductions by their employer, except for legally mandated reductions like taxes.

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How to Advance Your Career in HR

HR Digest

The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 5% HR career growth rate between 2010 and 2020. Most companies will deduct taxes and insurance premiums for workers covered by the employer’s plan. You should expect to have some basic knowledge of English and math before applying for jobs. Job Outlook . Work Environment. Final Words .