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Press Release: DataPath Introduces New Consumer Portal Built to Drive Growth and Customer Satisfaction for TPAs and Financial Institutions

DataPath’s new Consumer Portal for CDH, HSA, and COBRA delivers a differentiated consumer experience for modern administrators (LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS) April 2, 2026, – DataPath, Inc., a leading growth platform and solutions provider for benefits administration and financial institutions, today announced the release of its next‑generation Consumer Portal. The new portal delivers an experience designed to help third‑party administrators (TPAs) and financial institutions differentiate, win new business, and strengthen long‑term client relationships. For TPAs and

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Why Smart TPAs Partner with BPO Providers During Enrollment Season Surges

It’s 4:47 PM on a Friday in November. Your phone hasn’t stopped ringing for three hours. Jane from ABC Corp needs to understand why her employee’s HSA enrollment was rejected. Mike has been on hold for 20 minutes about a COBRA notice. Meanwhile, your inbox shows 47 unread emails about benefit changes – all marked “urgent.” Sound familiar? Every fall, TPAs face the same brutal reality: enrollment season hits like a tidal wave. What was

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Four Generations, One Workforce: Cracking the Benefits Code

In just two years, benefits options have surged by 23% – from 175 in 2023 to 216 in 2024 – driven by the need to cater to four distinct generations with different priorities working together in today’s workforce. Generation Z: Realistic Innovators BORN: 1997-2012 FOCUS: Wellness and Flexibility Members of Gen Z, also called Zoomers, have been shaped by global connections, social media, and economic uncertainty. As digital natives, they work to build personal brands

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WHITEPAPER: Generational Differences in Employee Benefits: Insights for Benefits Professionals and HR Leaders

Benefits professionals and HR leaders face the enormous challenge of designing effective employee benefits packages that serve up to four distinct generations working side by side. The complexity of this task continues to grow, with SHRM’s latest data revealing a 23% increase in available benefits options in just the past two years – from 175 in 2023 to 216 in 2024.This expansion reflects more than just market innovation; it underscores the critical need for employers

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Top Compliance Pitfalls for TPAs — And How to Avoid Them

As a third-party benefits administrator, you serve as the compliance backbone for client plans. Navigating ever-changing regulations, managing COBRA efficiently, safeguarding sensitive information, and administering benefit funds requires vigilance and expertise. A single oversight can result in substantial penalties and damage to your reputation. Here are some of the most common compliance challenges facing TPAs today, with actionable strategies to protect your business and better serve your clients. Changing Regulatory Requirements Managing employer benefit plans

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Going Beyond the Basics: Building an Effective Well-being Package

The employment landscape has undergone some drastic changes in the past five years. For many companies, remote or hybrid work arrangements have become permanent; Gen Z is bringing new energy and new ideas; and people are reprioritizing their personal needs, seeking non-traditional ways to improve their professional and personal lives. The changing norms and expectations have forced many employers to rethink employee benefits and well-being. With workers in diverse locations and spanning multiple generations, companies

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Understanding Eating Disorder Therapies and How Benefit Accounts Can Help

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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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Eligible FSA/HSA Expenses You May Have Overlooked

For decades, participating in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) has been crucial to affordable healthcare for millions of American workers and their dependents. The extensive list of eligible expenses covers well-known services like medical, dental, and vision copays, copays, deductibles, eyeglasses and contact lenses, and prescription medication. However, due in part to updates in recent years to approved items and services, you may be overlooking a host of qualified FSA

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12 Ways to Improve Open Enrollment

Open enrollment can be stressful for employees, HR professionals, and third-party benefit administrators. Vital information must be shared and digested, and timely financial decisions must be made so coverage can start on time. Your company workforce may range from experienced, veteran employees to new hires in their first job. It’s a tall task to pull off an open enrollment season that meets the needs of everyone involved (but you CAN do it!). Here are 12 ways

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