The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has made a number of significant changes to group health plans since the law was enacted over four years ago. Many of these key reforms became effective in 2014 and 2015, including health plan design changes, increased wellness program incentives and the employer shared responsibility penalties.
Additional reforms take effect in 2016 for employers sponsoring group health plans. To prepare for 2016, employers should review upcoming requirements and develop a compliance strategy.
This Legislative Brief provides a health care reform compliance checklist for 2016.
If you have questions about this checklist or changes that were required in previous years, please contact Strategic Benefit Services for assistance by calling (855) 882-9177 or email us at
sbs@hanys.org.