An Overview of the Affordable Care Act (aka Health Care Reform)
Overview:
The Affordable Care Act, also known as Health Care Reform, has now been in effect for over a year. There's still quite a bit of confusion surrounding individuals and employers responsibilities, how the health care exchanges work, and what the key compliance and operational requirements are for participants in our health care system. Come learn the basics of how we got here and where we are going in terms of our health care insurance marketplace and delivery system.
Why should you attend: Learn and understand the purpose of the Affordable Care Act and health care reform, how the health insurance exchanges work, the requirements for individuals and employers, and what to expect for January 1, 2015 and beyond.
Areas Covered in the Session:
- Expanded Coverage and Insurance Market Reforms
- Health Insurance Exchanges
- What is an Exchange?
- Types of Exchanges
- What to Expect: 2015 and Beyond
- Individual Mandate & Premium Tax Credits
- Employer Requirements
- Delays in Implementation
Who Will Benefit:
- Executives & Managers of Hospitals and Health systems
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Hospices
- Home Health Agencies
- General Counsel
- Compliance Officers/Compliance Office Personnel
- Internal Auditors
- Coding & Reimbursement Specialists
- Benefits Executives/Managers at Companies