Defense funding push reopens door for stalled ICHRA, HSA reforms The House Energy & Commerce chair wants to revive the health provisions cut out of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

The highest-profile health provision [that might come back] might have been a a federal #ICHRA plan statute. #OBBBA #Legislation

ICHRAs now showing up on standard employer benefits option menus The number of small employers actually adopting the plans is "growing but "still limited," Michael Uretsky says.

The percentage of workers who use #ICHRA plans to pay for individual or family health coverage may still be low. But it is increasing, especially for #SmallBusiness employers.

Key eHealth Executives to Share Insights at Medicarians 2026 Conference in Las Vegas Leaders from eHealth will engage in discussions about health reimbursement arrangements at the Medicarians 2026 conference in Las Vegas.

Key eHealth Executives to Share Insights at Medicarians 2026 Conference in Las Vegas #USA #Las_Vegas #eHealth #ICHRA #Health_Reimbursement

ICHRA push reinvigorates employer health market in Connecticut Access Health CT officials expect to offer the cash-for-coverage plans alongside traditional small-group plans.

The #ICHRA prospect pipeline looks strong: About 400 brokers have participated in training program, and roughly 650 employers have shown interest in offering one. #Connecticut #SHOP

Empower Brokerage Pioneers New Edge with ICHRA Training for Agents Empower Brokerage is leading the way by offering training on ICHRA, revolutionizing health insurance for agents and their clients.

Empower Brokerage Pioneers New Edge with ICHRA Training for Agents #USA #Southlake #Health_Insurance #Empower_Brokerage #ICHRA

43% of workers are interested in a cash-for-coverage plan concept About 46% of respondents said they somewhat or greatly preferred the idea of being able to choose from a long list of coverage providers and plan types.

About 43% of the survey participants said they were "very interested" or "extremely interested" in the #ICHRA concept.

ICHRA enrollment nearly triples as Americans shift to 'cash-for-coverage' plans Roughly 400,000 to 800,000 U.S. residents might be using cash from individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements or similar arrangements to pay for their health insurance this year.

HealthSherpa analysts believe there are early signs that the number of people using #ICHRA plans or a similar type of plan, the #QSEHRA, to buy coverage could triple again in 2027.

Remodel Health Enhances ICHRA Management with UKG Technology Partnership Remodel Health partners with UKG to streamline ICHRA management through advanced technology integration. Discover the benefits for employers.

Remodel Health Enhances ICHRA Management with UKG Technology Partnership #United_States #Indianapolis #UKG #Remodel_Health #ICHRA

Republicans and Democrats join to put ACA premium subsidy bill resolution on House floor The House has already started debate on the resolution, but the actual vote was postponed.

House, ACA premium subsidy boost cliff fight: 9 Republicans voted with all Dems to talk about voting on a cliff fix bill. Could it tug PBM, ICHRA, etc. bills along?

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#acasubsidycliff #acasubsidyfight #ichra #pbm

Will 2026 be the year of ICHRA? - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News Individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements are at an inflection point — payers are catching on, but not to the point of industry mass-adoption, and some employers still have their doubts.…

Despite the current landscape, some larger #employers are considering #ICHRA plans, but their approach may look different than their smaller counterparts. #IndividualPolicies #HealthInsurance

Budget bill provisions could make ICHRAs more appealing to businesses The budget reconciliation bill that passed in the House of Representatives includes provisions intended to make ICHRAs – or CHOICE Arrangements – easier to use and more financially attractive for smal...

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On potential changes to #ICHRA

Thatch and ADP Innovate Healthcare for Small Businesses with Integrated ICHRA Solutions Thatch and ADP have teamed up to make health coverage more accessible for small businesses, integrating ICHRA solutions within ADP's payroll platform.

Thatch and ADP Innovate Healthcare for Small Businesses with Integrated ICHRA Solutions #USA #Roseland #ADP #ICHRA #Thatch

Florida floats insurance marketplace for ICHRA coverage - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News A Florida bill aims to establish a marketplace for employees to use their premium contributions through individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements. The bill would build on the state’s…

The bill would build on the state’s former #HealthInsurance #marketplace, modifying the name to the #Florida Employee Health Choices Program. Participation would be voluntary. #ICHRA #legislation

Community First Health Plans Partners with Softheon to Expand Individual Health Coverage in Texas Community First Health Plans, in collaboration with Softheon, initiates a new era for individual health coverage in San Antonio, harnessing ICHRA solutions.

Community First Health Plans Partners with Softheon to Expand Individual Health Coverage in Texas #United_States #San_Antonio #ICHRA #Community_First #Softheon

Why Centene is moving some employees to ICHRA - Becker's Payer Issues | Payer News Centene is putting its money where its mouth is when it comes to individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements.

The managed care giant is transitioning more than 700 #Indiana-based employees to #ICHRA in 2026, becoming one of the most notable endorsements yet of the growing health benefit model by a major carrier. #Centene

Health Affairs Journal

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#ichra could make sense here too

20%+ Premium Hikes? Do Something Different The Rhode Island Business Group on Health (RIBGH) is a non-profit membership organization representing the voice of RI business on health care. We help…

📅 Oct 21 | Free for members! Don’t miss this #healthcare session — explore new products that drive better choices:
#ICHRA (Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island), #ParetoHealth, #SimplePay, and #Surest.

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#RIBGH #EmployerHealthcare #HealthInsurance

Could an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement #ICHRA solution make sense for businesses in your community? Listen to learn more about this exciting partnership opportunity! lnk.to/ASG09222025
#ICHRA #QSEHRA #GroupHealthInsurance #ACAcoverage #InsuranceSales #Nexben #SHOPplans

Not sure what sets a #QSEHRA apart from an #ICHRA, or how Group Health Plans differ? Tina has you covered in our latest #ASGPodcast episode: lnk.to/ASG09242025
#GroupHealthInsurance #InsuranceAgents #ACAcoverage #InsuranceSales #Nexben
#SHOPplans #AgentSurvivalGuidePodcast #InsurancePodcast

SureCo Secures $23 Million Series A Funding for Enhanced ICHRA Solutions Targeting Large Employers SureCo has raised $23 million to enhance its Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA), aiming to meet the growing needs of large employers seeking flexible health insurance options.

SureCo Secures $23 Million Series A Funding for Enhanced ICHRA Solutions Targeting Large Employers #United_States #Santa_Ana #ICHRA #SureCo #Health_Velocity

Recently had the privilege of sitting down with Lisa Marzolino and Danica Stover to talk about ICHRA. lnk.to/ASGNexben Here at Ritter, we're excited to partner with Nexben to offer an #ICHRA solution for agents.
#ACA #InsuranceAgents #InsuranceSales #EnhancedSubsidies #CrossSelling

2026 Rate Changes - Kansas: 30.5%; ~206,000 Kansans facing MASSIVE rate hikes starting in January Overall preliminary rate changes via SERFF database, state insurance dept. website and/or the federal Rate Review database. Aetna Life Insurance Co: (Aetna/CVS is dropping out of the individual market...

How does #ICHRA make any sense with these types of ACA individual market rate hikes?

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#HealthPolicy

HealthSherpa Launches Groundbreaking Policy Status API for ICHRA Platforms Discover how HealthSherpa's new API simplifies compliance tracking for ICHRA platforms, enhancing efficiency and reducing risk.

HealthSherpa Launches Groundbreaking Policy Status API for ICHRA Platforms #United_States #Sacramento #ICHRA #HealthSherpa #Policy_API

This week's #FridayFive is a mini-explainer on #ICHRA: the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement. lnk.to/ASG20250725 Learn more about this type of coverage and partnership opportunities for Ritter Insurance Marketing agents to offer it.
#HRA #GroupHealth #Nexben #EzICHRA #ACA

Balloon Juice - How does ICHRA work going forward? Individual Choice Health Reimbursement Accounts (ICHRA) are basically a defined contribution model for employer sponsored insurance. Employers give groups of employees a pre-defined lump sum and the i...

How does #ICHRA work if #ACA premiums are going up 20% this year due to massive projected morbidity increases?

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#HealthPolicy

Take Command Launches Signature: An Innovative Benefits Experience for Large Employers Take Command unveils Signature, a tailored benefits experience aimed at transforming how large employers manage their health plans, enhancing employee engagement and cost savings.

Take Command Launches Signature: An Innovative Benefits Experience for Large Employers #United_States #Dallas #Employee_Benefits #ICHRA #Take_Command

More employers adopting ICHRAs, giving workers money to buy their own health insurance More employers are putting health insurance decisions in the hands of workers. They’re giving employees money to buy their own coverage in what’s known as Individual Coverage Reimbursement…

About 450,000 people were offered coverage through #ICHRA arrangements this year. That’s up 50% from 2024. #EmployeeBenefits #HealthInsurance #StoppedClocks

New Insights from HRA Council Show Growth in Health Reimbursement Arrangements The latest report from the HRA Council reveals significant adoption of Individual Coverage HRAs (ICHRAs) and QSEHRAs, highlighting the ongoing trends in health reimbursement arrangements.

New Insights from HRA Council Show Growth in Health Reimbursement Arrangements #United_States #Washington #ICHRA #QSEHRA #Health_Reimbursement_Arrangements

From a risk pool POV, how is #ICHRA different than a #MERGED market in the #ACA

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Zorro's $20 Million Fundraising Revolutionizes Healthcare Benefits for Employees and Employers Zorro has raised $20 million to transform healthcare benefits with innovative platforms that enhance decision-making for brokers, employers, and employees.

Zorro's $20 Million Fundraising Revolutionizes Healthcare Benefits for Employees and Employers #USA #New_York #Insurtech #ICHRA #Zorro