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National Health Information Awards

Since 1993, the Health Information Resource Center has organized the National Health Information Awards to recognize consumer health professionals. Recognition levels include Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Merit, with entries judged by consumer health experts. DataPath is proud to be a multi-year National Health Information Awards Winner. 2023 In 2023, DataPath received a Bronze in the National Health Information Awards for Captain Contributor Explains ICHRAs. DataPath’s marketing team created this explainer video in-house for our employee

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NYX Awards Winner

The NYX Awards is a prestigious international competition that recognizes and celebrates excellence in the creative and marketing industries. Award categories include Advertising & Design, Strategic Communications, Marketing Campaigns, and Digital Media. NYX Awards entries are typically received from more than 60 countries each year. DataPath is honored to be a winner of the NYX Awards. Other recent honorees have included well-known brands such as Embraer Commercial Aviation, State Farm, Burger King, Adobe Photoshop, Logitech,

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Summit Creative Awards Winner

Founded in 1994, SIA hosts the Summit Creative Awards annually to recognize communications and marketing excellence and spotlight outstanding achievement. DataPath is honored to have been a multi-year winner in this international competition, which draws over 3,500 entries each year. 2024 In 2024, DataPath was again recognized twice by the Summit Creative Awards for promotional direct mail campaigns. “Recipes for Success” earned a Silver, and “You’re Going to Flip” earned a Bronze. 2023 In 2023,

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HSA vs 401k – Which Account to Fund First?

Do you have both a Health Savings Account (HSA) and a 401(k) through your employer? HSAs are generally thought of as a vehicle for healthcare savings – after all, that’s right in the name! – and most people understand that a 401k is used for retirement. Many wonder, though, which account they should fund first, the HSA or 401k. Let’s compare the two. HSA vs 401k – What is the difference? What is an HSA?

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COBRA Benefits: Layoff vs. Furlough

Nearly half (45%) of companies anticipate layoffs in 2025, while some economic analysts also predict an increase in furloughs. Many people do not understand the key differences between layoffs and furloughs. There is also a significant difference between the two regarding eligibility for COBRA continuation coverage. Furlough vs. Layoff: What’s the Difference? Both furloughs and layoffs involve a reduction in work, but they differ significantly regarding employment status and benefits eligibility. If unsure whether your

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Family-Friendly Benefits and Creating a Supportive Workplace Culture

Family-friendly benefits have become essential to attracting and retaining top talent. Companies that provide robust support for working parents can enhance employee work-life balance, productivity, and job satisfaction. Family-friendly workplaces have higher retention rates and a better reputation overall among current and prospective employees. Here are some of the most popular family-friendly benefits, including childcare assistance and parental leave, along with actionable strategies to cultivate a supportive work environment. The Importance of Childcare Assistance One

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Leveraging Tax-Advantaged Benefit Accounts in Recruitment

While competitive salaries and flexible work arrangements often grab headlines, tax-advantaged benefit accounts like health savings accounts (HSAs), flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) are powerful tools for recruiting and retaining top talent that are often overlooked. These accounts support employees’ financial wellness and help employers manage benefit costs effectively, creating a win-win scenario for both parties. Financial Wellness Benefits Grow in Importance Financial stress remains a significant burden for many employees.

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HSAs as a Retirement Tool

When you think of finances and retirement, what immediately comes to mind? Popular retirement vehicles typically include Social Security benefits, a 401(k), an IRA, and investments like mutual funds or stock options. There is another retirement tool that many people overlook – the Health Savings Account or HSA. At first glance, this may seem confusing. What does an account used for healthcare needs have to do with retirement? While HSAs are primarily used for qualified

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Balancing Flexibility and Return-to-Office Policies

The COVID pandemic’s seismic shift toward remote work has had a lasting impact on employee expectations and organizational dynamics. As more employers implement return-to-office (RTO) policies, many are facing a tug-of-war between these mandates and employee desire for continued flexibility. Return-to-Office Policies and Employee Resistance A PwC survey in 2023 revealed that 90% of executives expected employees to return to the office at least three days a week, yet only 20% of workers favored this

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Medicare Coverage Assistance Made Easy

Gone are the days when Americans retired at 65. According to Pew Research: How does Medicare factor into employer-sponsored benefits packages? What solutions can they offer? Benefits of DataPath Medicare Options For 40 years, DataPath has been a pivotal force in the employee benefits, financial services, and insurance industries. The company’s flagship DataPath Summit platform offers an integrated solution for managing CDH, HSA, Well-Being, Commuter/Transit, COBRA, and Billing. Through its partnership with Accelergent Growth Solutions, DataPath also offers expert BPO services, automation, outsourced customer service

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