Introduction On July 7, 2026, the IRS released an updated Form 720 (Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return). The IRS had previously released an updated […]
Updated HSA, HDHP, DPCSA and Excepted Benefit HRA Limits for 2027
On May 29, 2026, the IRS released Revenue Procedure 2026-24, providing the following: 2027 inflation-adjusted limits for HSA contributions 2027 HDHP […]
DOL Penalties for Employee Benefit Plan Violations Remain the Same for 2026
On May 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule announcing that the DOL will not make inflationary adjustments to the civil […]
Managing AI Liability & Coverage Challenges in Healthcare
Artificial intelligence now drives nearly every aspect of healthcare, from automating documentation to supporting diagnosis and managing claims. […]
Massachusetts Health Plan Coverage and Reporting Requirements: What Employers Need to Know
Updated: July 2026 MA Health Plan Coverage — Minimum Creditable Coverage (MCC) Background The Massachusetts’ health care reform law, enacted in […]
Ransomware Trends in 2026: What Directors and Officers Need to Know
Why ransomware remains a growing risk for corporate leadership In the latter part of 2025, major cyber insurance carriers released publications […]
Health & Welfare Plan Compliance Reminder: Medical Loss Ratio
(MLR) Rebates
MLR rebate season is here! Employers with insured health plans must review options for using or distributing rebate funds within 3 months.
CMS Final Rule Limiting ACA Marketplace Plan Enrollment: Impact to Group Health Plans
Explore key ACA updates to Essential Health Benefits, including the 2026 ban on sex-trait modification as EHB, revised cost-sharing limits, and employer group health plan impacts.
Paid Leave and PFML Developments & Updates: 2025 Mid-Year Summary
Explore state and local updates to paid leave and paid family and medical leave (PFML) laws for 2025 and 2026, including key compliance dates and employer action steps.
Brown & Brown 2026 High-Cost Claims Report
Brown & Brown insurance brokerage shares 2026 insights on rising high‑cost healthcare claims and key drivers impacting employer health plan expenses.
