COVID-19 Resource Hub

Embracing Change to Overcome COVID-19

The future you see will guide the actions you take today.

It has taken COVID-19 less than six months to change the world – probably forever. How you anticipate and manage these changes will define the future of your organization. This page brings together resources and insights to help make change an opportunity, instead of a disruptive force on your business.

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Congress Passes $1.9T COVID Relief Bill. Here’s What's in the American Rescue Plan

On March 10, 2021, the House passed the American Rescue Plan and President Biden is expected to sign it into law.

[Webinar] Maximize Your COVID Relief

In this live webinar, our Public & Middle Market team members discussed PPP2 updates, Employee Retention Credit, tax changes and more.

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IRS Releases Inflation-Adjusted Tax Limits and Deductions for 2021

The Internal Revenue Service officially released its list of inflation-adjusted tax limits and deductions for 2021.

CARES Act Assistance for Government

Resources for local governments, state agencies and healthcare to overcome challenges associated with operations, funding and compliance.

What Do President Trump’s New Orders Mean For You?

President Trump signed an executive order and three memoranda on Saturday, August 8, to provide immediate relief in the interim.

PPP Forgiveness Town Hall

On Friday, May 29th, we hosted a live town hall discussion to help PPP loan recipients navigate the forgiveness application process.

Be Aware: A New Unemployment Fraud Scheme is Sweeping the Nation

Hackers are filing unemployment claims for currently employed workers and directing payments to temporary accounts.

Town Hall for Financial Institutions

Our Financial Institutions team hosted a live town hall discussion to share insights and answer questions on navigating PPP loan forgiveness. Watch now.

Mississippi Filing Deadlines Extended Yet Again

Mississippi announces another extension of the tax deadline from May 15 to July 15, 2020.

Funding & Forgiveness: Exploring the CARES Act & Mississippi State Tax Incentives

The PPP loan offers short-term relief, but there may be another opportunity for businesses to find additional monies.

WEBINAR: Leading Your (Newly) Remote Team

Kassi Rushing and Stacey Horne hosted an interactive discussion on the current challenges of leading a remote workforce and cybersecurity best practices for remote work.

Beware: Phishing Emails Target COVID-19 Small Business Loans

A new email phishing or “spoofing” scheme is being sent to businesses seeking financial assistance due to COVID-19.

COVID-19: HR Guidance and Best Practices

COVID-19 pandemic has companies facing a new reality. The CDC has issued recommendations to keep your team and spaces safe but where do you turn for HR guidance?

CARES Act Passes Senate

The CARES Act provides substantial tax and other relief intended to provide economic stimulus to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

What to Expect From the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

President Donald Trump signed into law H.R. 6201 – Families First Coronavirus Response Act on March 18, 2020, to provide assistance to individuals and employers affected by the novel coronavirus.

How Does the Coronavirus Tax Relief Impact You?

The IRS has extended the tax deadline for both filing and payments due 90 days, moving the deadline from April 15th to July 15th. How does this impact you?

AICPA State Tax Filing Relief Chart for Coronavirus

A continually updated list of State guidance from the AICPA.

Small Business Administration Loans

Do You Now Qualify for Employee Retention Credits?

The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA) was finally signed into law, and among its more impactful changes, clarifies and expands the ERC.

PPP Forgiveness: New Questionnaire Requirement for Large Borrowers

The SBA announced that $2M+ loan borrowers will be required to complete a Loan Necessity Questionnaire to assist the SBA in evaluating each applicant's "good faith certification" that they had an economic need for the PPP loan.

SBA Guidance for PPP Borrower Changes of Ownership

With so many individual companies participating in PPP loans, it is unsurprising that many of them are working through ownership changes before their loan forgiveness determination can be made.

2 New PPP Forgiveness Applications Released

The Treasury and SBA released a new, shorter version of the forgiveness application and introduced an even shorter EZ version for some borrowers to make it easier for businesses to realize full forgiveness of PPP loans.

Congress Approves PPP Loan Changes

On June 3, the Senate passed the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act tripling the time allotted for small businesses and other PPP loan recipients to spend funds and still qualify for forgiveness of the loans.

SBA Releases PPP Loan Forgiveness Application

May 15th, the Small Business Administration (SBA) released the much-anticipated Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application.

SBA 7(a) PPP Forgiveness Assistance Information

Learn more about HORNE’s PPP Loan Forgiveness Assistance Program.

Act Now to Benefit from SBA Relief Loan

SBA 7(a) Relief Loans offered under the PPP will provide loans to small businesses to cover payroll and other specific expenses for an eight-week period.

2 Loan Options Can Help Businesses Weather COVID-19 Shutdown

Two primary options are being used/reviewed by the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) to deploy federal funds to small businesses impacted by the pandemic.

PPP Guidance for the Self-Employed

Yesterday, an interim final rule was released regarding additional eligibility criteria and requirements for certain pledges of loans.

U.S. Chamber Foundation Launches Save Small Business Fund

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation launched the Save Small Business Fund to provide assistance to small business owners impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Healthcare

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The Power of a CFO and COO in One

In this Q&A, Chrissy Leggett talks about how HORNE’s dental team is stepping up to help dentists bridge the gap between treating their patients and running a practice.

Big News Regarding the Big Three: New HHS Revisions to the Stark Law

Thanks to the Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) revision of the Physician Referral Law (aka Stark law) in November 2020, we now have more explicit guidance for the key definitions.

Decision Point: Age Into New Norms - A Long-Term Care Podcast

Decision Point: Age into New Norms Podcast

Decision Point: Age into New Norms takes to heart that long-term care is a community anchor.

FORWARD Hospitals & Health Systems Channel

FORWARD is our hospital and health system video channel, where you’ll meet our team, watch special Town Hall Q and A sessions, and receive important updates from our Healthcare Minute series.

FORWARD Dental Practices Channel

FORWARD is a new dental video channel from HORNE Healthcare offering the advice and guidance you need to optimize performance, control costs and maximize the value of your practice.

FORWARD Long-Term Care Channel

FORWARD is our long-term care video channel where you can receive guidance on important regulatory updates to adapt to current changes and anticipate future ones.

Telebehavioral Health Resources for Hospitals and Health Systems

While the demand for mental health services has long outpaced supply in the U.S., the coronavirus pandemic has widened that gap even further.

Buy-in: Valuation Podcast

Buy-In sheds light on new ideas, trends and best practices in the dynamic and ever-changing world of healthcare valuation.

Healthcare Town Hall for Hospitals

HORNE Healthcare's town hall on funding for hospitals during COVID-19.

Healthcare Weekly Town Hall for Dentists

HORNE Healthcare's weekly webinars on how COVID-19 is affecting dentists.

Healthcare Weekly Town Hall for Physicians

Weekly webinars for physicians to address issues and concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Advance Payment Program Suspended by CMS

CMS is no longer accepting applications for the APP and will reevaluate all pending and new applications for Accelerated Payments

Important Clarification for Provider Relief Fund FAQs from HHS

HORNE Healthcare highlights important points from the #ProviderRelief Fund FAQs provided by HHS.

Explanations of Guidance for CMS Blanket Waivers

On April 21, CMS issued explanatory guidance for the March 29 blanket waivers of the Stark Law.

CMS Issues Blanket Waivers of Stark Law Related to COVID-19 Pandemic

The blanket waivers apply to all treatment related to COVID-19 patients or suspected COVID-19 patients.

Quick Reference to FEMA Support Under Emergency Declaration for COVID-19

Taking these immediate steps will assist in processing your FEMA reimbursement and in the long-term recovery for your community in response to COVID-19.