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What
do you know about COBRA/HIPAA? Or better yet, what do
you NOT know. It's what you don't know that can hurt
you! Being up to date and compliant with COBRA/HIPAA
laws IS NOT AN OPTION! It is REQUIRED.
Do
you know how Initial Notices of COBRA Rights is required
to be delivered?
How are Qualifying Event
Notifications required to be handled?
Who is responsible for
developing the COBRA policies and materials used by
a company?
Do you know what PHI
is? Do you have policies in place to protect it?
Do you know which company
records employees have a right to access under HIPAA?
COBRA/HIPAA
issues can be confusing - and certainly difficult to
keep up with. Most insurance carriers don't assume responsibility
for COBRA/HIPAA matters with your employees. That burden
falls to you.
Many compnaies can manage their COBRA/HIPAA affairs
with little trouble - if a system is in place. Some
companies beenfit from outsourcing these duties. Either
way works fine, but which is right for you?
Granite
Benefits can consult with you on implementing, modifying
or overhauling your COBRA/HIPAA procedures to make sure
you are in compliance. We can show you the sources for
correct and current information, and have the expertise
to lead you to solutions.
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