Audio Problem: Skype audio comes through external ...

I recently upgraded my computer to Mac OS X Yosemite 10.10.3 and Skype to Version 7.8.
I used to use Skype with my Logitech H800 headset with no problems. However after the upgrade, the speaker audio is now forced through the external speakers instead of the headset. When I make a call, I hear the connecting sound effects through my headset, but when the call connects, the person's voice is coming through my external speakers.
Here is what my settings look like (see below). As you can see, the Skype settings are configured correctly.
I also tested my OS X Sound settings in the System Preferences. They are set to "Line Out" by default because I want to hear my music through my speakers, but want to take phone calls on my headset. Changing the system settings to the Logitech Wireless Headset is a temporary fix, however it is an extra manual step that has to be repeated with each phone call and when the call ends, I have to switch it back to Line Out. This used to be automatic feature, switching to the headset for an incoming or outgoing call.
Any suggestions on how to fix this issue and get Skype to automatically put calls through my headset? I worked with a Skype technician and she couldn't figure out why it was happening.
Thanks in advance for your input.
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Never mind. Shortly after posting this issue, I discovered an article which describes the problem as a bug with the latest release. See here for the article:
http://www.macobserver.com/tmo/article/skype-for-mac-update-ignores-its-own-audio-settings

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