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Current Health Plans Could Hinge on Federal Regs

U.S. President Obama signs the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act

A story in today’s Washington Post highlights the importance of associations in being involved in the regulatory process.  Many of the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act have regulatory requirements, and as deadlines in the legislation approach, … Continue reading

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HHS Expected to Release Guidance on Expanded Dependents Coverage

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) could release as early as today an interim final rule on the provision in the health care reform bill allowing dependents up to age 26 to remain on a parent’s health care … Continue reading

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Associations Provide H1N1 Workplace Resources

As this year’s extended flu season continues, aided by numerous cases of H1N1 (or “swine”) flu, employers are grappling with the best way to balance the personal health of their employees, the public health risks of the contagious illness, and … Continue reading

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