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Dive into the complexities of the PPACA law on employee health coverage: penalties, costs, and employer responsibilities. Explore examples, consequences, and strategies for compliance.
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PPACA Pay or Play? Brett S. Morris, Fox Everett Inc.
Pay or Play Buy insurance or play the penalty?
Pay Tax vs. Provide Coverage? • Penalty applies to every full-time employee (after the first 30). If no coverage is offered • Penalty is avoided by offering affordable coverage with minimum value, even if employee declines. • Cost of coverage applies only to those who take it.
Example Assumptions Percentage of EE's Covered 75% EE Share of EE Only Cost 25% EE Share of Dependent Cost 60%
Example – Cost of Health Plan Assumptions Percentage of EE's Covered 75% EE Share of EE Only Cost 25% EE Share of Dependent Cost 60%
Example – Cost of Health Plan Assumptions Percentage of EE's Covered 75% EE Share of EE Only Cost 25% EE Share of Dependent Cost 60%
Example – Cost of Health Plan Assumptions Percentage of EE's Covered 75% EE Share of EE Only Cost 25% EE Share of Dependent Cost 60%
Consequences of Gross-Up Pay • Additional employer payroll tax • Additional retirement plan costs • Profit sharing • 401(k) match • Pension accruals • Additional life insurance costs
Multiple Plan Options • Bronze Plan • Higher tiered option • Test the waters with a noncompliant plan • Tin Plan • Individuals may owe individual penalty • Affordability test