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Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements

An Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) gives employers a modern way to offer health benefits—without sponsoring a traditional group health plan. Instead, you set a defined allowance, and employees choose individual health coverage that works for them.

An ICHRA may be a strong option for employers who:

  • Are offering benefits for the first time
  • Want predictable health benefit costs
  • Have participation challenges with group plans
  • Need flexibility for a diverse workforce
  • Prefer a modern, employee‑driven benefit approach

What sets ICHRA apart

Simplified management

Because employees purchase their own individual coverage, employers step away from plan selection, renewals, and carrier negotiations—reducing ongoing management effort.

More cost control

You decide how much to reimburse, helping protect your business from unpredictable premium increases while offering a competitive health benefit.

More choice for employees

Employees select coverage that works best for them—including plan type, carrier, and coverage level—while still receiving tax‑advantaged reimbursement support.

Is an ICHRA right for your business?

  1. Are you interested in offering benefits but not sure where to start?
  2. Do you want to save money on their health insurance costs?
  3. Have you had trouble meeting participation requirements on traditional group plans?
  4. Are you interested in tax savings opportunities?
  5. Do you have employees who prefer to choose their own health plan?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, an ICHRA might be an option for your business.

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