by Admin | Dec 15, 2008 | Flexible Spending Accounts, Insurance News, Uncategorized
On January 1, 2008, the IRS introduced new regulations for debit cards specifically used to reimburse eligible healthcare expenses for Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). The Internal Revenue Service mandated that Flexible Spending Account (FSA) debit cards may not be... by Admin | Dec 11, 2008 | Insurance News, Uncategorized
The rising rate of unemployment has contributed to an increase in the number of uninsured people because workers who lose their jobs often lose their health benefits, the New York Times reports. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 10.3 million U.S.... by Admin | Nov 15, 2008 | Insurance News, Uncategorized
As part of the economic stabilization package (H.R. 1424), Congress passed mental health parity legislation which was signed into law on October 3, 2008, by President Bush as Public Law No: 110-343. This new law amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act... by Admin | Jul 31, 2008 | Insurance News, Uncategorized
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service recently released 2009 guidelines for maximum contribution levels for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and out-of-pocket spending limits for high deductible health plans (HDHPs) that must be used in conjunction with... by Admin | Jul 22, 2008 | Insurance News, Uncategorized
North suburban hospital operator Evanston Northwestern Healthcare said it will acquire Rush North Shore Medical Center in Skokie, committing more than $160 million to the deal, according to a definitive agreement finalized today. As part of the deal, which still needs... by Admin | Apr 8, 2008 | Insurance News, Uncategorized
Democrats back governor on health care