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Humana outlines two options to obtain no-cost OTC COVID-19 tests

Humana has identified two options for members to purchase over-the-counter (OTC), FDA-approved COVID-19 diagnostic kits to comply with the Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) directive released last week. The DOL requirement took effect January 15.

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Cigna explains reimbursement process for OTC COVID-19 tests

Claim form should be submitted providing test purchase date and cost

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UHC addresses process to provide OTC COVID-19 kits

UnitedHealthcare (UHC) has released information on how UHC members can obtain over-the-counter (OTC), FDA-approved COVID-19 diagnostic kits to comply with the Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) directive released last week. The DOL requirement took effect January 15.UHC has established a preferred...

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Supreme Court blocks OSHA ETS

The Supreme Court ruled today that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not have the power to implement its emergency temporary standard (ETS) requiring large employers (100-plus employees) to ensure their employees are vaccinated or undergo weekly testing and wear masks...

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DOL addresses reimbursement for OTC COVID-19 tests

Reimbursement not required for employment-purposes testing

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Humana COVID-19 Frequently Asked questions

Qualified testing remains at $0 cost-share; member responsible for cost of non-qualified testing

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Sixth Circuit lifts stay of OSHA ETS

OSHA announces enforcement delayed until January 10 and February 9

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Annual CMS Notice due October 15

Employers have an annual obligation to issue a creditable or non-creditable coverage notice to all plan participants who are Medicare eligible, including dependents and retirees. The notice, due October 15, informs Medicare-eligible participants whether their prescription drug coverage is at least...

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IRS allows two additional conditions for paid sick leave

On July 29, the IRS posted in an updated FAQ two new conditions eligible for paid sick leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

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IRS releases updated Form 941

Employers who are paying COBRA premiums on behalf of Assistance Eligible Individuals who lost their health coverage due to an involuntary termination or a reduction of hours should use the updated Form 941 to claim credits to offset quarterly payroll taxes.

The COBRA assistance program was part of...

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