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FirstPerson Named a 2010 Best Places to Work

2010-07-02T00:00:00-04:00

FirstPerson (formerly Benefit Associates | Benefit Consultants) is named one of the 2010 Best Places to Work in Indiana.

Don't Wait for Reform; Prepare for the Future Now

2010-05-27T00:00:00-04:00

Health care reform is coming - learn what you can do to prepare.

Five Big Ideas That Will Change Your Approach to Benefits

2010-06-30T00:00:00-04:00

Annual plan changes, double-digit increases, and an aging and unhealthy American population demand a new take on employee health care benefits.

Healthcare Consumerism - More Than Keeping Employees Healthy And Happy

2010-06-30T00:00:00-04:00

Find out why consumerism is the wave of the future in employee benefits.

Best Practices in HSA Acceptance, Adoption, and Success

2010-06-30T00:00:00-04:00

HSAs grow in popularity as premiums rise and money-saving health care options become crucial.

The Value of Increasing Investment in Employee Benefits During an Economic Downturn

2010-06-30T00:00:00-04:00

Believe it or not - investing in employee benefits during economic downturn improves more than just the health of your workforce.

Consumerism - It's on the Front Page

2010-06-29T00:00:00-04:00

As employers adopt consumer-driven plans, they're faced with obstacles in education that can lead to higher costs for their employees.

FirstPerson Welcomes J. Spencer Milus

2010-07-09T00:00:00-04:00

Spencer joins our team as a part of our commitment to helping make sure our programs and processes are "Working Well."

The HITECH Act

2010-01-01T00:00:00-05:00

Learn how the HITECH Act is shaping the way companies become HIPAA-compliant.

Balance Work and Care for Loved Ones

2010-02-01T00:00:00-05:00

Find out how the latest tool can help employees dealing with the care of senior loved ones.

How Healthy is Your County?

2010-03-01T00:00:00-05:00

Find out how your county ranks based on several important health factors.

Demanding Results for Wellness

2010-04-01T00:00:00-04:00

Is your wellness program producing results? Find out how to demonstrate your return on investment.

Best Strategies for Health Engagement

2010-05-01T00:00:00-04:00

Picking a wellness program is the easy part; engaging employees requires strategic effort.

Recession Deepens Benefit Appreciation

2010-06-01T00:00:00-04:00

Find out how the recession has reshaped employee views on benefits.

Health Care Reform: Get the Big Picture

2010-06-07T00:00:00-04:00

Get a better grasp on Health Care Reform with an overview of emerging policies.

Small Business Tax Credit: Worth the Hype?

2010-06-01T00:00:00-04:00

Find out if your small business will benefit from the Small Business Tax Credit.

FirstPerson Named an Indiana Company to Watch

2010-07-15T00:00:00-04:00

FirstPerson has been recognized as one of the 2010 Indiana Companies to Watch, an awards program presented by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, its Small Business Development Center network, Purdue University and the Edward Lowe Foundation. Companies to Watch is an awards program that celebrates Indiana privately held second-stage companies, typically those businesses that are past the startup phase, are considered to be established, and face issues of growth, not survival.

HealthCare.gov Launched

2010-07-12T00:00:00-04:00

Learn more about HealthCare.gov, a site recently launched by the US Department of Health and Human Services.

Grandfathering, Adult Children, and Wellness Provisions of Health Care Reform

2010-06-21T00:00:00-04:00

Learn more about grandfathering, dependent rulings, and wellness provisions included in health care reform.

Grandfathering - Everything You Need to Know

2010-06-14T00:00:00-04:00

Find out lingering details regarding grandfathering and what it might mean for your health plan.

Cost Projections of HCR

2010-05-24T00:00:00-04:00

We shed some light on the cost of health care reform and give you a way to test you knowledge with our quiz!

Health Savings Accounts and Taxation

2010-07-26T00:00:00-04:00

Educate your employees with adult children on the possible tax implications of using HSA dollars for their health care expenses.

Preventive Care Guidelines Released

2010-07-19T00:00:00-04:00

Learn how changes in preventive care guidelines can impact your business.

COBRA Subsidy Not Extended

2010-08-02T00:00:00-04:00

The COBRA premium subsidy has not been renewed - update your model notices and learn what it means to you.

W-2 Reporting Requirement Summary from NAHU

2010-08-05T00:00:00-04:00

Learn more about the new W-2 reporting requirements included in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) from the National Association of Health Underwriters.

Prepare for Additional W-2 Reporting

2010-08-09T00:00:00-04:00

Get ready for additional W-2 reporting requirements from the IRS effective Janurary 1, 2011.

Fifth Third HSA Owners: Rate Increase

2010-08-06T00:00:00-04:00

If you use Fifth Third or allow your employes to choose their bank, find out about Fifth Third's new fees for Health Savings Accounts.

HSA Owners: Mellon Bank Fees Increasing

2010-08-06T00:00:00-04:00

Mellon Bank is raising its fees for paper statements. If you use Mellon Bank or allow your employees to choose their bank, find out how you can avoid the new fees.

August 2010 Newsletter

2010-08-10T00:00:00-04:00

New Discrimination Laws Part of Health Care Reform

2010-08-16T00:00:00-04:00

Will your plans pass the test? Learn more to find out.

Over-the-Counter Changes for your Flex Plan

2010-08-23T00:00:00-04:00

How will your flex plan be administered after January 1st? Learn about how OTC changes can impact your employees.

New Anthem.com Web Design

2010-08-19T00:00:00-04:00

Anthem.com has been reinvented - find out how to communicate this change to your employees.

Medical Loss Ratio Overview

2010-08-30T00:00:00-04:00

Will new medical loss ratio reporting affect your fully-insured plan? Find out what you need to know.

Model Notices from Anthem - Part of Health Care Reform

2010-09-02T00:00:00-04:00

DOL Offers Compliance Webcast Series

2010-09-03T00:00:00-04:00

Join the Department of Labor's webcasts on health care reform next week.