Benefits Conference May 20, 2010

6.5 CPE/ 1 MCLE Credits

With the reality of health care reform set to radically influence benefit plan design, cost and eligibility rules, employers and benefits professionals are preparing for what's now and what's next. In addition to a comprehensive examination of the reform bill, the 4th Annual Benefits Conference, presented in partnership with the Northern California Employee Benefits Council, brings you the latest on the future of this critical arena.

From mitigating prescription drug abuse to effective communication/technology use and leading flexible workforces, you'll stay on top with the latest cost-saving ideas, get updates on legislative developments, find creative approaches to new challenges and collaborate with your peers.

Sessions:

Employee Benefit Legislative Developments At-A-Glance
Speaker: Liliana Salazar, Vice President of Compliance, Wells Fargo Insurance Services

Cost Accelerators: How Rx Abuse and Other Discreet Factors Impact Premiums
Speaker: Dr. Sam Ho, MD, EVP and Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare

Dynamic Benefits Communication: Achieve Goals and Demonstrate True Value
Speaker: Jennifer Benz, Founder, Benz Communications

Lunch Keynote-Reform Arrives: Key Elements for the Future of Benefits Management
Speaker: Tom Epstein, Vice President of Public Affairs, Blue Shield of California

Ancillary Coverage: Strategic Plan Design to Reduce Medical Plan Costs
Panel: Mark Hellender, Vice President, Claremont EAP & Janet Findlay, Regional Vice President, VSP

The Wisdom of the Flexible Workforce
Speaker: Sam Doying, Senior Vice President and General Manager, M Squared Consulting

Official Website: http://www.nchra.org