Posted on August 5, 2013
Beginning January 1, 2014, Federal Health Care Reform, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“PPACA”), provides that employers may not impose a waiting period longer than 90 days with respect to an employee or dependent who is otherwise eligible to enroll in coverage. This PPACA provision doesn’t require that employers offer coverage to any […]
Posted on August 5, 2013
BRCA (an acronym for the full name of the gene) genetic testing for breast cancer is a hot topic these days. Angelina Jolie’s recent announcement of her prophylactic double mastectomy has created an upswing in questions about the test. Here ere are some of the most common questions: What is BRCA testing? There are two […]
Posted on August 5, 2013
Periodic eye and vision examinations are an important part of preventive health care. Many eye and vision problems have no obvious signs or symptoms. Individuals are often unaware that problems exist. Early diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision problems are important for maintaining good vision and eye health, and when possible, preventing vision loss. […]
Posted on August 5, 2013
We want our members to get the most out of their healthcare coverage. Here are some common questions members ask about the shingles vaccine. Q. What is the shingles vaccine? A. The brand name of the vaccine is Zostavax. It is a single dose vaccine that is generally administered to adults 50 years of age […]
Posted on August 5, 2013
HNE is pleased to offer the flu vaccine to your employees at your worksite. Preventive Care Preventive care includes periodic health evaluations, like annual physicals. Adult preventive immunizations such as the flu shot also are preventive care. At HNE one of the ways we encourage our members to get preventive care is through $0 copay. We’ve […]
Posted on August 5, 2013
Q: Can owners of C-Corporations (any corporation that, under United States federal income tax law, is taxed separately from its owners) and their families participate in an FSA or an HRA? A: Yes, they are considered to be W-2 common law employees. However, for an FSA, there may be limits based on discrimination testing requirements. […]
Posted on June 10, 2013
HNE is happy to announce updates to the Employer Reference Guide for 2013. As changes occur HNE updates this guide to include up-to-date information that Employer’s find useful. A sample of topics include: Enrollment Processing HNE Direct – eHNE for Employers and members COBRA qualifying events MA Healthcare Reform Information on H.S.A., H.R.A.s and F.S.A.s. […]
Posted on May 1, 2013
FULLY FUNDED PLANS ONLY April 18, 2013 RE: Semi-Annual Notice of Changes Dear Employers and Brokers: As part of our commitment to provide affordable access to high quality health care, we continually review the benefits and services offered to our members. As a result, from time to time, we update the coverage we provide and […]
Posted on April 9, 2013
HNE designed the Healthy Directions Employer Wellness Program to help HNE Employer Groups establish cultures of health at their workplace by removing the administrative burden of implementing health promotion and wellness programs. This outcomes-based wellness program allows employers to take advantage of the premium differentials available under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), […]
Posted on April 9, 2013
#1:Can I enroll an employee in the group health plan outside the open enrollment period? The open enrollment period is an opportunity for employees who have previously waived coverage to join the group health plan. If an employee requests to join the group health plan outside the open enrollment period or new hire eligibility period, […]