COBRA in a Post-ACA Environment

Capacity: 
450
SHRM 2015 Annual Conference
Get clarity on the current and future COBRA obligations that are required due to the Affordable Care Act.

The general concept of COBRA is one that is relatively easy to understand. However, the regulations and requirements of COBRA can be vastly complex without proper knowledge and training. Furthermore, many questions and uncertainties have arisen about COBRA in light of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This session will provide a comprehensive review of the COBRA law and will address key questions and uncertainties about the impact of the health care reform law to COBRA. Leave with compliance tips for proper COBRA administration.

Date(s) & Time(s): 
Wednesday, July 1, 2015 - 11:30am to 12:45pm
Presenter: 

David Lindgren

David
Lindgren

David Lindgren is a Senior Manager with Flexible Benefit Service Corporation (Flex), a fullservice wholesale insurance firm and administrator of tax-advantaged benefit plans based in Rosemont, Illinois. David oversees the Compliance and Public Affairs departments at Flex and brings fifteen years of experience to his role.

He is a subject matter expert in the areas of ERISA, HIPAA, Cafeteria Plans, Healthcare Reform and various Employee Benefit Programs, including consumer-driven plans that incorporate Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and wellness programs.

Location: 
LVCC N260
Amount of Credit: 
1.25
Credit Type: 
SHRM PDCs
HR Credit
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Competency: 
HR Expertise
Intended Audience: 
Mid-Level
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