HRAs and HSAs for Rookies
Basic Training in Consumer-Driven Health Care
Available immediately and for 60 days after purchase.
As a crucial design feature in consumer-driven health care programs, health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) have become increasingly common in the workplace. Basic training on HRAs and HSAs is important not only for those new to the rules but also for experienced HR personnel making a switch to the area. Whether your company sponsors employee benefits, supplies administrative services, or provides compliance advice, this 90-minute web seminar introduces the basics and help your rookies understand the rules.
Originally presented on October 16, 2008.
For one registration fee ($249), you and your co-workers may view the seminar as many times as you wish for 60 days after purchase.
Seminar Level
Topics Covered
Here’s some of what was covered:
- What are HRAs and HSAs, and how do they work as consumer-driven health care vehicles? What are the differences and similarities?
- What design choices are available? Is high-deductible health insurance required for HRAs and HSAs? If so, what limitations apply? Can employers offer both HRAs and HSAs?
- Who can participate in HRAs and HSAs? How are they set up and funded? Are there required contributions, and are they forfeitable? Can HRAs and HSAs be offered through a cafeteria plan?
- How do HRAs and HSAs fit with other employer-provided benefits, including health flexible spending arrangements (health FSAs)?
- What other legal compliance rules might apply under ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, or other laws?
Details
Speakers: John L. Barlament and Melanie N. Aska. Mr. Barlament is an attorney, and a partner with Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Milwaukee. He is a Contributing Author of EBIA’s Consumer-Driven Health Care and HIPAA Portability, Privacy & Security manuals. Ms. Aska is an attorney and Senior Editor at EBIA. She is the Editor and a Contributing Author of EBIA’s Consumer-Driven Health Care manual.
Handouts: A handout of the seminar slides and other information is provided through download.
Viewing Details
You and your co-workers may view the seminar as many times as you wish during a 60-day viewing window.
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