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2026 Q1 Compliance Reminders

  • On January 27, 2026
As the new calendar year begins, employers that sponsor group health plans should take steps to stay ahead of key compliance obligations. Several federal reporting and disclosure requirements, mandated under laws such as the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), must […]
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EBSA Announces FY 2026 Enforcement Priorities

  • On January 21, 2026
On January 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) released updated national enforcement initiatives for fiscal year 2026. These initiatives outline the areas EBSA will emphasize in its enforcement activities, with the goal of improving compliance with employee benefit plan requirements, curbing harmful practices, and reinforcing protections for plan participants and beneficiaries. […]
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SummaCare: 1099 Forms for 2025

  • On January 13, 2026
If you receive 1099 forms, due to the recent acquisition of Summa Health by General Catalyst’s Health Assurance Transformation Company (HATCo), you will be receiving two forms for 2025. One will indicate Summa Health and the other will indicate Akron Assurance Hospital Company. Per guidelines, 1099 forms will only be issued if payments in 2025 […]
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Avoiding Common ACA Reporting Pitfalls

  • On January 13, 2026
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting remains a significant compliance challenge for employers. Despite being in effect for many years, the rules remain detailed and highly technical, and even seasoned employers can encounter difficulties. Avoiding common reporting errors is essential to maintaining compliance and minimizing exposure to IRS penalties. IRS Filing Best Practices As a […]
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ACA Reporting Requirements: What Employers Need to Know for 2026

  • On January 8, 2026
Employers that are required to report health coverage information under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) should begin preparing now for deadlines that apply in early 2026. These requirements pertain to the 2025 calendar year and are outlined in Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 and 6056. Key Deadlines for 2026 For 2025 ACA reporting, employers must […]
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