ICHRA vs. Group Plans: Which is better?
Is ICHRA health insurance better than a traditional group plan?

Maybe.
At a high-level, these new health reimbursement arrangements are a superior model compared to traditional employer-based plans. How it might be implemented for a particular client will depend on a lot of local market factors and what you or your client care most about when it comes to benefits.
The following chart provides a summary of where ICHRA wins and loses compared to a traditional group plan. We’ll then dive into a few key areas below.
This guide will cover everything you need to know about enrollment periods for small businesses and when you can get employees on board.
ICHRA | Traditional Group Plan | |
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Cost control Define your benefit budget and stick with it. No more surprise group increases year after year. | Provider Networks | |
What Are Small Business Health Insurance Enrollment Periods?
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