April 6, 2023
Hospital Wage Index Reporting Timeline for 2023
This article has been updated as of July 13, 2023. This time of the year there is a lot of activity with the Hospital Wage Index reporting. We want to […]
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April 5, 2023
House Bill 5: Kentucky Enacts Retroactive Pass-through Entity Tax
By Amy Sandlin, CPA, Tax Senior Manager at Blue & Co. On March 31st, Governor Andy Beshear signed House Bill 5, which includes a retroactive pass-through entity (PTE) tax effective […]
Read MoreMarch 22, 2023
Contract Services: Impact on Wage Index
In the past several years, hospitals have continued to feel the impact of increased utilization of contract nursing and other contract services. Although these services have developed into a major […]
Read MoreMarch 10, 2023
Capital Efficiency Concepts: How to Evaluate Capital Purchases
Rising interest rates and historic inflation are impacting hospital purchasing decisions. Using capital efficiency concepts in making hospital purchasing plans is as important as ever. What is Capital Efficiency? Capital […]
Read MoreMarch 9, 2023
Kentucky House Bill 360 – Pass-Through Entity Tax Proposal
By Amy Sandlin, CPA, Tax Senior Manager at Blue & Co. A pass-through entity tax proposal is currently making its way through the Kentucky General Assembly as part of a […]
Read MoreMarch 8, 2023
Period 4 Reporting Now Open: PRF Update
We’re entering the final weeks of Period 4 reporting period that closes on March 31, 2023. Period 4 reporting is required for any organization that received more than $10,000 in […]
Read MoreMarch 3, 2023
Benefit Briefs: Changes Impacting Plan Audit Requirements
Recent changes by the U.S. Department of Labor to the Form 5500, Form 5500-SF, and related instructions will impact future audit requirements for employee benefit plans. Understanding the Plan Audit […]
Read MoreMarch 1, 2023
Feasibility Studies: Helping Organizations Make Informed Decisions
Conducting a feasibility study is an essential step in determining the viability of implementing a new healthcare program, service, or project. These studies help healthcare organizations assess the potential risks […]
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2023
Indiana Enacts Retroactive Pass-through Entity Tax – Senate Enrolled Act 2
By Laura Rakaska, CPA, Tax Manager and Amy Sandlin, CPA, Tax Senior Manager at Blue & Co. On February 22nd, Governor Eric Holcomb signed Indiana Senate Enrolled Act 2, making […]
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2023
Kentucky Reduces Individual Income Tax Rate for 2024 – House Bill 1 Signed into Law
By Amy Sandlin, CPA, Tax Senior Manager at Blue & Co. Kentucky House Bill 1 was signed into law by Governor Beshear on Friday, February 17th. It reduces the individual […]
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December 17, 2024
Bedford, Ind. (December 16, 2024) – Blue & Co., LLC, a top-60 accounting and advisory firm with offices in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and Michigan is expanding into Bedford, IN. Effective December […]
December 17, 2024
By Debbie Herbert, CPA, Director at Blue & Co. If your defined contribution plan has a vesting schedule for employer contributions, you may be familiar with the term ‘forfeitures.’ In […]
December 11, 2024
By Karen Dringenburg, CPA, Senior Accountant and Andrew Brock, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. Are you a not-for-profit entity considering implementing ACH transactions? Or are you wondering if […]
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As we close out the year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, colleagues, and communities who have made 2024 so special. Your trust and partnership inspire us every day, and we’re proud to be part of your success story.![]()
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Here’s to a season of joy and a new year full of exciting opportunities and continued success! 💙
Monday night, in celebration of Stokes & Housel turning Blue, we invited employees, clients, and community members in Bedford, IN, to attend a Blue & Co. open house at Bedford's historic Downtown Depot.![]()
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It was a night full of great food, fun giveaways, and buzzing conversation. We are thankful for everyone who attended and look forward to continuing to strengthen our relationships in Bedford.![]()
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