The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers to continue coverage for certain employees as if they are still actively at work. But disability leaves outside the FMLA’s purview are a completely different story. There are no laws requiring employers to provide group health benefits in these other situations. So how do employers address this? (more…)
On Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019, President Donald Trump delivered the 2019 State of the Union Address (SOTU). The SOTU is an annual message delivered by the president to a joint session of Congress at the beginning of each year. At this year’s SOTU, President Trump discussed issues that have the potential to impact the employee benefits industry, including pre-existing conditions, lower prescription drug prices and nationwide paid family leave. (more…)
On Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General released a proposed rule that effectively eliminates certain drug rebates. This move is the latest of the Trump administration’s efforts to reduce prescription drug costs and increase transparency. (more…)