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Wellness Programs HIPAA Regulations: As the "Wellness Wave" continues to travel across the U.S. and more employers begin to introduce Wellness Programs into their culture, HIPAA Regulations must be adhered to in order to prevent discrimination. This articles explains the Wellness Program HIPAA Regulations that were passed in December 2006 and that plans were required to comply with by January 1, 2008.

Creditable Coverage Letters due to eligible employees by November 15th: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires that employers disclose to all Medicare eligible employee and/or dependents (including spouses or dependents) whether or not the group's prescription drug plan is creditable. This must be done on an annual basis and prior to the Medicare Part D Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP) -- beginning November 15th through December 31s of each year. Please visit the following link for more information, including Model Notices, CMS Guidance and disclosure information: http://www.cms.hhs.gov/creditablecoverage/