HIPAA plays a critical role in workplace benefits administration but the requirements can often be misunderstood. In this on-demand webinar, we'll provide a clear overview of how HIPAA applies to employer-sponsored benefit plans, with an emphasis on FSAs, HRAs, and workplace responsibilities.
We’ll walk through the role of Business Associates, including third-party administrators, and explain how HIPAA responsibilities differ between fully insured and self-funded plans. By the end of the session, you’ll have a practical understanding of where HIPAA applies, where it doesn’t, and how those boundaries affect your day-to-day work.
What You'll Learn
- Explain how HIPAA applies to employer‑sponsored benefit plans, including the distinction between group health plans and general employment records, and why this difference matters in everyday workplace situations.
- Identify HIPAA considerations for FSAs and HRAs, including when these arrangements are subject to HIPAA privacy and security rules and how plan structure affects compliance responsibilities.
- Clarify the role of Business Associates and third‑party administrators, including when Business Associate Agreements are required and how responsibilities are shared or delegated.
- Differentiate HIPAA obligations for fully insured versus self‑funded plans, enabling employers and consultants to better assess risk, compliance duties, and operational boundaries.
Who This Webinar is For
- Employers managing health benefits
- HR and compliance professionals
- Benefits brokers and consultants advising clients