Michigan Business & Professional Assn. Presents: Health Care Reform Conference – Tuesday, April 9, 2013

With as many as 795,000 Michigan residents soon to be eligible for health care coverage as a result of the 2010 Affordable Care Act (ACA), the Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA) is hosting a Health Care Reform Conference. The conference will take place Tuesday, April 9, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Troy Marriott.

“This conference is critical for any business or trusted advisor preparing for the immediate rules related to Health Care Reform. Tax penalties, credits, full-time employee status and health benefits changes will all be covered,” said Jennifer Kluge, MBPA president.

The day’s events will start off with registration and networking at 8:30 a.m. A series of interactive educational sessions will include:

• Affordable Care Act Overview: A Breakdown of the Law and What Michigan’s Role is
• Employer Mandates: A Detailed Look
• Elite Employers: What are the Best and Brightest Employers in Michigan Doing to Implement Reform?
• A Look at your Employer Benefits, the Exchange, Doctor Care and Quirky Rules to Adhere to
• Health Care Reform Connect™: A Quick Review of the Tools and Services to Help Navigate Reform
• Expert Roundtable: Today’s Experts Answer Your Questions

“With the 2014 deadline for full implementation of this ground-breaking law fast approaching, we thought it would be helpful to develop a conference that summarizes the major provisions, examines the impact on Michigan business, explains the concept of exchanges, offers suggestions about talking to employees and provides information about additional resources,” said Kluge.

Association members can attend the conference for $75; non-members for $100. Admission includes all workshops and lunch. For more information or to register, call 586-393-8800 or visit www.michbusiness.org.

Based in Warren, Mich., the MBPA is the largest business organization of small to medium-sized businesses in Michigan, representing more than 20,000 members who employ over 160,0000 persons. Members include attorneys, physicians, architects, accountants, construction companies, banks, retail, wholesalers, manufacturers and the like.  Member businesses receive numerous benefits including free legal and financial consultations; discounted technology, automotive and office products; employee training and recruitment assistance; and competitive group insurance rates. The MBPA is a sister association to the Michigan Food & Beverage Association (MFBA).