Starkweather Benefits Solutions

1. October 31, 3-4:30 PM: The State of Exchanges Federal and state exchanges (marketplaces) go live on Oct. 1 and begin offering coverage to individuals and small employers effective Jan.1, 2014. Even though large employers will not be purchasing their group health plans through a public exchange, employees will still have questions as they try to decide whether they should stay on their employer plan or purchase individual health insurance. This webinar will help make sense of the options available to small groups and individuals. We will also discuss what employers need to know in order to answer their employees’ questions. November 20 or 21, 3-4:30 PM: When Do Various ACA Requirements Go Into Effect? 2014 is almost here! Even with the delay in the employer shared responsibility rules, a number of important ACA provisions that affect employer sponsored plans still take effect in 2014. There is tremendous confusion about exactly when different provisions of the law are effective. This webinar will sort out what employers have to think about for Jan. 1, for their first plan year in 2014, and beyond.December 11 or 12, 3-4:30 PM: Affordable Care Act (ACA) Regulatory Update Regulatory agencies will be releasing a large volume of ACA related regulations and guidance throughout 2013. We will review the status of various pending ACA rules and cover any recently issued guidance. We will also review other employee benefits compliance issues to help employers be prepared in 2014. For more information, please contact your Starkweather Benefits Solutions representative. Starkweather Benefits Solutions WEBINAR SCHEDULE 4TH QUARTER 2013