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Trump Administration Issues Final Rule Impacting the ACA’s Marketplace

  • On July 1, 2025
On June 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a final rule to implement new standards for the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) Marketplaces (or Exchanges). According to HHS, improper Exchange enrollments, enabled by weakened verification processes and expanded premium subsidies, have triggered “widespread fraud.” The final rule’s changes are intended to address […]
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Judge Overturns Biden-Era HIPAA Rule

  • On June 25, 2025
A federal judge in the Northern District of Texas invalidated an April 2024 regulation from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that aimed to expand HIPAA’s privacy protections for reproductive health care. The rule, which took effect on December 23, 2024, prohibited health plans, providers, and their business associates from using or disclosing […]
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MMO: 6/24/25 Broker Update

  • On June 24, 2025
Ohio House Bill 315 Modification Topic: Broker Relations | Companies: Medical Mutual, Paramount, Mutual Health Services | Segment: Individual, Small Group, 51-99, 100+, MEWA Recently, Ohio Department of Insurance (ODI) clarified the Ohio Revised Code 3902.63 portion of Ohio House Bill 315 that any cost-sharing – copays, deductibles and coinsurance – applicable to services rendered by occupational […]
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Introducing Enhanced Payment Processing and Statement Access with VOKA

  • On June 12, 2025
We’re excited to announce that ExpressLink, in partnership with Kistler Tiffany Benefits, has officially launched a new and improved payment processing and commission statement platform. This upgraded platform is designed to provide you with a more streamlined, transparent, and user-friendly experience when managing your payments and commission statements. VOKA provides enhanced commission reporting, allowing you […]
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U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Heightened Standard for Reverse Discrimination Claims

  • On June 10, 2025
On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, holding that reverse discrimination claims do not require more evidence than standard discrimination claims. Instead, all discrimination claims are subject to the same evidentiary standard, regardless of whether the plaintiff is a member of a majority or minority group. […]
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Trump Administration Rescinds Section 1557 Enforcement Guidance

  • On May 28, 2025
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently rescinded its Section 1557 interpretation and enforcement guidance from May 10, 2021, effective immediately. According to HHS, the rescission is part of an agency-wide initiative to reduce regulatory burdens in accordance with the Trump administration’s policies, and the guidance no longer represents the agency’s legal views. Background […]
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HR Insight: Upskilling and Reskilling: Future-Proofing Your Workforce in 2025

  • On May 28, 2025
As the workforce continues to evolve, the need for upskilling and reskilling has never been more critical. Rapid technological advancements, a multigenerational workforce, and shifting employee expectations are reshaping how businesses operate—and how talent must be developed. To remain competitive in 2025 and beyond, organizations must commit to future-proofing their workforce through continuous learning and […]
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Trump Administration Issues Executive Order Targeting Prescription Drug Costs

  • On May 19, 2025
On May 12, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order (EO) that aims to bring the prices Americans pay for prescription drugs in line with those paid by similar nations. According to a White House fact sheet, the prices Americans pay for brand-name drugs are more than three times the price other nations pay. In April, President […]
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