2010.5.22 - Tammy/Trinet don't understand Section 111 of MMSEA

from employees@trinet.com
to  Clay Shentrup
date  Sat, May 22, 2010 at 22:21
subject Re: case# ______ -- Fwd: question

Hello Clay,

I have confirmed with both Dana Young and our Benefit Compliance Team that TriNet is acting in accordance with expected rules and regulations set forth by our Benefit Carriers.  In summary, it is the Benefit Carrier who is required to report to the CMS under this act not TriNet however, the Carriers are requiring us to assist them with data collection.  The Carriers are responsible for discerning what population is to be included on their file to the CMS and to help them ensure they have all potential data needed they are requiring TriNet, and other employers, to obtain specific data, including social security numbers.  I have attached a couple of articles outlining these expectations for your reference.

I trust this information addresses your concerns with regard to why TriNet is obtaining social security numbers for our benefit participants and am therefore closing this case.

Thank you again for your time and patience as we worked through your questions and concerns.

Regards,

Tammy Wadsworth
Service Delivery Manager