Join EBPA as we welcome a discussion on Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs) -- their regulatory basis, structure, compliance requirements, and role in the evolving employer benefits landscape. Learn how ICHRAs function as a defined-contribution alternative to traditional group coverage; examine key ACA affordability and minimum value rules, and analyze how rising healthcare costs, premium tax credit changes. In addition, HSA/FSA reforms in 2026 and how they affect benefit plan design and client advisory strategy.
Our second session will explore the strategic advantages of Direct-to-Employer (DTE) network strategies, Narrow Network and High Value Network strategies, and value-based provider partnerships in the Pacific Northwest. Examine how self-funded employers utilize claims-level data transparency and direct health system contracting to create high-performance healthcare benefits.
It is encouraged: wear your favorite festive attire
You can officially take out your favorite holiday attire - those beautiful shiny Holiday Shoes you've just been waiting to show off - that Santa Hat or other headwear (reindeer horns are permitted). Maybe that gorgeous (or ugly) Holiday Sweater. Or whatever you feel shows your Holiday Spirit - but come and join in the festivities as well and learn a thing or two!
Presenters:
Gary Daniels | Chief Growth Officer | Thatch George Harper, Senior Director-Provider Partnerships and Contracting | First Choice Health
Gary Daniels | Chief Growth Officer | Thatch
George Harper, Senior Director-Provider Partnerships and Contracting | First Choice Health
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026 Location: Washington Athletic Club, 1325 6th Ave., Seattle NOTE: In the Noble Room, just as you enter the WAC
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026
Location: Washington Athletic Club, 1325 6th Ave., Seattle
NOTE: In the Noble Room, just as you enter the WAC
7:20 - 7:45am Registration & Breakfast 7:45 - 8:45am Gary Daniels, Thatch 8:45 - 9:00am Networking Break 9:00 - 9:50am George Harper, First Choice Health 9:50 - 10:00am Q&A
7:20 - 7:45am Registration & Breakfast
7:45 - 8:45am Gary Daniels, Thatch
8:45 - 9:00am Networking Break
9:00 - 9:50am George Harper, First Choice Health
9:50 - 10:00am Q&A
Registration:
$70 Members/$95 EBPA Members - Before 12/01 $100 Members/$125 Non-members & Guests after 12/01 $140 New & Renewing Members + Event Registration **
$70 Members/$95 EBPA Members - Before 12/01
$100 Members/$125 Non-members & Guests after 12/01
$140 New & Renewing Members + Event Registration **
Online registration deadline is Tuesday, December 1, 2026 If you miss the online registration, call the office 206.653.7259. No refunds or credit for future meetings granted after the deadline.
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