Understanding the impact of healthcare reform

May 2010
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Understanding the impact of healthcare reform

At a glance

In the initial weeks following passage of the new federal healthcare act, privately held companies are trying to determine which provisions will most affect their business. Though it’s still too early to gauge the full range and degree of the legislation’s impact on private companies, key pressure points are already evident.

The passage of the new federal healthcare act has
high-net-worth individuals and privately held companies trying to determine how the changes will impact their business and personal wealth. It's uncertain the full impact the legislative changes will have on private companies but based on what we've seen, top earners can expect to pay higher taxes and some private companies will find it challenging to comply.

With that in mind, now is the time to plan. We've shared our insight in our article on healthcare reform to help you better understand the business implications of healthcare reform and manage the potential impact.

Key issues to consider:

  • The new healthcare act means higher taxes for top earners and net investment income
  • The Act will significantly impact many tax-planning transactions
  • Acquisitive companies should bear in mind how the Act might affect target companies
  • For some private companies, complying with the Act may be complex and costly

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