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Doe v. United Behavioral Health – A Fiduciary Twist

On April 9, 2021
Learn about how a self-funded plan's application of an exclusion led to a lawsuit brought against their claims administrator and why it has TPAs concerned.

Empowering Plans: P103 – One Step Forward; Two Steps Back - The Lockdown and its Effect on Children with Disabilities

On March 2, 2021
Join Timothy Pope, an Attorney in the Provider Relations Department, and Garrick Hunt, Phia’s Sales Manager, as they host a candid discussion about the harmful effects that the sweeping lockdown has had on families, and in particular on children with disabilities. Since the closing of most public schools, many children with disabilities have suffered immensely. As a parent of a child with mental disabilities, Garrick dives into his first-hand account of the lockdown’s impact on his family.

A Blueprint for Success – Lessons from 2020, Expectations for 2021

On February 25, 2021
Join The Phia Group to learn from the past, and plan for the future! In this webinar, The Phia Group will both examine what has happened as well as predict what is to come, as they help you identify what needs to be done to ensure the best possible outcomes for this coming year. They will discuss President Biden’s first month in office, identify whom he has appointed for key roles (and examine their track records on healthcare), as well as dissect the issues that were most relevant in 2020 – ensuring we learn from both the victories and losses of the year that has ended.

Empowering Plans: P102 – CYA: Cover Your Assets

On February 12, 2021
In this episode of the Empowering Plans podcast, Nick and Brady talk through some developing trends in ERISA litigation. Do fiduciary duties apply to the protection of plan data? Could a data breach lead to claims under ERISA and HIPAA? What steps do ERISA fiduciaries need to take? Listen in as we explore where things stand, and where they might be heading.

Empowering Plans: P101 – Groundhog Day - A Year of COVID-19

On February 4, 2021
In this episode of Empowering Plans, join Brady Bizarro and Jen McCormick as they have a conversation about the impact of COVID-19 on employers, health plans, and employees. How should employers be dealing with mental health, physical health, and productivity issues? What steps can health plans take to reduce claims exposure? How are employers planning to return to the office later this year? It may feel like Groundhog Day, but our advice is certainly not more of the same.

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Doe v. United Behavioral Health – A Fiduciary Twist

Empowering Plans: P105 – The Mystery Surrounding COVID-19 Long Haulers: Employment & Benefit Considerations

Here for the Long Haul – Are Employers and Plans Ready?

Fallout in the Spring – COVID Claim Disputes, Surprise Billing RBP Opportunities & Return to Work Vaccine Mandates

No Surprises Act & “Plan Websites”

Empowering Plans: P104 – COVID-19 Vaccine Candidates – Vaccinating Vulnerable Populations

A COBRA Conundrum

EBSA Provides Clarification and Sows Confusion with Outbreak Period Guidance

So the Outbreak Period Ended?

Empowering Plans: P103 – One Step Forward; Two Steps Back - The Lockdown and its Effect on Children with Disabilities

A Blueprint for Success – Lessons from 2020, Expectations for 2021

Empowering Plans: P102 – CYA: Cover Your Assets

DON’T PANIC – Mental Health Parity Compliance Expanded

Empowering Plans: P101 – Groundhog Day - A Year of COVID-19

HIPAA Compliance Audits – Good News and Bad News