BALDWIN REGULATORY COMPLIANCE COLLABORATIVE
Welcome to the April 2025 Issue
Upcoming Compliance Deadlines
For information regarding upcoming compliance deadlines for employer-sponsored group health plans.
Upcoming Federal Reporting Deadlines for Health & Welfare Plans
Three crucial reporting requirements are approaching – PCORI Fees for 2024, Form 5500 Filings, and the Prescription Drug reporting to CMS. Each of these compliance tasks involves accurate record-keeping, effective time management, and precision.
Federal District Court Dismisses ERISA Fiduciary Breach Due for High-Cost Drug Claims Against Johnson & Johnson
In a significant decision, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey dismissed a class action lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson for utilization of a pharmacy benefit manager
Common Plan Administration Challenges Associated with Group Term Life Insurance Plans
Administering group term life insurance plans can present several challenges for employers. Despite their complexities, proper management of these plans can ensure smooth operation, minimize administrative errors, and enhance the value of this benefit for employees
Monitoring the Status of President Trump‘s Barrage of Executive Orders
This thought leadership article offers an examination of Executive Orders and related declarations from the new presidential administration. Focusing on matters of employee benefits, employment and labor law related concerns this timely summary provides an overview
Executive Order Directing Departments to Issue New Guidance on Healthcare Pricing Information
In a notable development on February 25, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order designed to enhance current practices related to transparency in healthcare pricing by mandating more meaningful price information
Overview of 2025 MHPAEA Report to Congress
The annual report to Congress released by the US Departments of Labor (“DOL”) and Health and Human Services (“HHS”) and Treasury on January 13, 2025.
Frequently Asked Question (“FAQ”) of the Month
Our question of the month is about employer obligations under the ACA.
FEATURED COMPLIANCE INSIGHTS
Training and Webcast Calendars
2025 HIPAA Complete Training Calendar
2025 Baldwin Professional Education Connection Educational Webcast Calendar
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