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January 5, 2026

IRS Retirement Plan Limits

By Debbie Herbert, CPA, Director at Blue & Co. On an annual basis, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) releases plan contribution and benefit limitations, as well as income eligibility thresholds, […]

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Community Benefit Reporting Remains in the Spotlight: What Tax-Exempt Hospitals Should Know

July 20, 2026

Tax-exempt hospitals continue to face increasing scrutiny from lawmakers, regulators, researchers, and the public regarding how they demonstrate the value they provide to their communities. Recent federal legislative activity and […]

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Medicare Geographic Reclassification: Eligibility, Deadlines, and Wage Index Impact for Hospitals

July 15, 2026

Written by Christopher Hemans, CHCRS, Manager Every year, billions of dollars hinge on a little-known process known as Medicare geo-reclassification. For hospitals, the difference between thriving and struggling can come […]

Medicare Cost Report Worksheet S-12

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Medicare Cost Report Worksheet S-12: Getting Prepared for the New Requirement

July 08, 2026

Beginning with cost reporting periods ending on or after January 1, 2026, many acute care hospitals will face a new Medicare cost reporting requirement: Worksheet S-12. For the first time, […]

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Federal grant compliance may soon look very different for exempt organizations.Recent proposals from the Office of Management and Budget, combined with Treasury's plans to expand Form 990 reporting, signal increased expectations around transparency, documentation, and the use of federal funds.While many details are still being finalized, organizations that receive, or hope to receive, federal funding should begin evaluating their documentation and compliance processes now.Our latest article outlines the proposed changes, key timelines, and practical steps organizations can take to prepare.Read more here: hubs.la/Q04nMnwZ0 ... See MoreSee Less

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