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Assessments, Policies, and Training Are Key to HIPAA Compliance

HR Daily Advisor

The keys for plan sponsors to avoid penalties under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as other liability that may come with data breaches, were discussed by HIPAA experts in a recent webinar. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Risk Assessments.

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Your 2025 benefits compliance checklist: What you need to know

WEX Inc.

HIPAA privacy and security Protecting employees’ health information is critical. Regularly review and update your HIPAA policies and procedures to address new threats and vulnerabilities. Action item: Conduct annual HIPAA training and compliance audits. Retirement plan compliance (SECURE 2.0

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Benefits Coordinator Job Description: Salary and Job Responsibilities (with Examples)

AIHR

From healthcare and retirement plans to wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, their expertise in navigating the complex world of benefits administration is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. Contents What is a Benefits Coordinator? What does a Benefits Coordinator do?

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Medicare expertise: A new frontier for strategic HR management

HRExecutive

Instead, there is a growing need for HR professionals to develop a deep understanding of diverse employee needs, particularly regarding healthcare and retirement planning. Medicare expertise within HR departments can bridge the gap between traditional employee benefits and the need for comprehensive retirement planning advice.

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Employee Benefits Management: Getting the Most Out of Your Benefits Plan

Netchex HR Blog

You might offer a partial match on programs like retirement savings, but other voluntary benefits are relatively inexpensive for the company. When done properly, employee benefits management helps employees, as well as the company. When it comes to benefits, both legal compliance and employee satisfaction are important. Manage benefits cost.

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Your Ultimate HR Compliance Checklist for 2024

AIHR

This could also include training on anti-discrimination and harassment, safety, employee rights and responsibilities, and any other applicable compliance policies or procedures. Records retention: Maintain training and acknowledgment records of new employees from their new hire orientations 3. Since 2000, U.S.

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4 Facts About Medicare That All Employers Should Know

HR Daily Advisor

Employers that offer group health insurance plans to their employees have an interest in learning how employees’ entitlement to Medicare benefits can affect the administration of those plans. If you have less than 20 employees or you offer a multiemployer plan, Medicare will act as the Primary Payer for the retired spouse.

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