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January 21, 2021

Journal of Compensation and Benefits: COBRA Administration Issues Emerge During COVID-19 Outbreak Period

Alexandra Lugo, associate, had her “COBRA Administration Issues Emerge During COVID-19 Outbreak Period” supplement article published in the January/February 2021 issue of the Journal of Compensation and Benefits. The article analyzes emerging COBRA administration issues caused by the ongoing COVID-19 related COBRA deadline extensions; legal paths to the end of the COVID-19 national emergency; outlines new best practices that have emerged in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic; and suggests additional action items for group health plan sponsors and COBRA administrators. The article says:

“Group health plan sponsors and third-party COBRA administrators have faced a number of administrative challenges as the Outbreak Period continues . . . A careful review of existing guidance and the specific facts at issue is required when addressing unique COBRA administration issues.”

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