DataPath University^SM Goes Live

DataPath is excited to announce the launch of its new DataPath University^SM, a resource center containing educational videos and all related software documentation sorted by product that is a part of our inTouch^SM portal. 

Click here to read more about the DataPath University^SM.

DataPath Plan Documents to Remain Unchanged For
2008 Plan Year

While DataPath is not updating Cafeteria Plan documents for plan years beginning in 2007 or 2008, there have been some regulation changes, that if the employer elects to allow, will require amendments to plan documents and SPDs, such as the end of year FSA rollover to an HSA. DataPath does not create amendments as they are usually client specific.
(Note: Reprinting the plan document and SPD from DPI125 is not an amendment but a restated plan document.)

Click here to read more about plan documents.

Open Enrollment Season has Begun

As you know, Open Enrollment season is upon us. It is important that you are aware of the most recent HIPAA nondescrimination and wellness program rules, the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act, and Medicare Part D when going into enrollment this fall.

Click here to read more about open enrollment.

Why COBRA?

The real question should be “Why Not COBRA”. There are many fears of getting into COBRA administration. A few are: liability, timeline tracking nightmares, document management issues, staffing issues. With DPI COBRA we can eliminate these fears, allowing you to move into one of the most profitable areas of benefits administration. If you are already doing COBRA administration but not utilizing DPI COBRA, then let us show you how you can do it more profitable and efficient.

Click here to read more about why COBRA.

Updated 132 limits for 2008

Be aware that the limits for contributions to your section 132 parking and transit reimbursement accounts have changed for the new 2008 plan year. The new limit for Transit reimbursement is $115.00 and the new limit for Parking reimbursement is $220.00.

HIPAA and Personal Health Records (PHRs)

The American Bar Association’s Joint Committee on Employee Benefits has posted its report of its annual question and answer session with representatives from HHS’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Click here to read the Q & As.

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