TABA
2020 VIRTUAL
CONFERENCE
Online Event September 29-30, 2020
2020-09-29 09:00:00
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ABOUT THE EVENT

TABA is going virtual!   Our Fall Conference features some very interesting speakers and topics that we think you will find informational, educational and entertaining.  We have 9 hours currently approved for TDI continuing education credit.

WHO’S INVITED?

Everyone! Because this event is being hosted virtually, agents from across the state of Texas are invited. You do not have to be a TABA member to attend, and much of the content will be beneficial for any licensed agent, not just benefit administrators. We hope you can join us.

WHAT’S THE COST?

The two-day event is just $99 for both members and non-members. NOTE: If you registered for the spring conference, you will need to register again by clicking the red REGISTER NOW button. If you’ve already paid, we will apply your paid registration amount to this conference.

Don't miss this opportunity!

COVID-19 has forced us to cancel our in-person event, but that just gives us an opportunity to try out this new virtual option. We think you'll like it.

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Sponsors

A big THANK YOU to our Sponsors for making this event possible

Speakers

Meet Our Speakers

Bill Hennessey

Bill Hennessey, M.D.

Pratter
CEO and Founder of Pratter, a medical cost savings and transparency company
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laurent laor

Laurent Laor

Viveka Health
Founder and CEO of Viveka Health, a health benefits technology platform whose solutions improve outcomes and reduce costs
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reid rasmussen

Reid Rasmussen

freshbenies
Co-founder of freshbenies - an engagement platform to help people control their healthcare
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Eric Kronengold

Eric Kronengold

Teladoc
Executive Director of TPA & Reseller Sales at Teladoc Health
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Hamilton Baiden

Hamilton Baiden

Heritage Health Solutions
A Senior Healthcare Leader and Executive in Healthcare since 2000.
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Spencer Smith

Spencer Smith

Plansight
SVP, Sales at Plansight, which is changing the way you see Benefits.
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Adam Russo

The Phia Group
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Phia Group, LLC
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Laura Balogh

Laura M. Balogh

UCM Digital Health
Vice President - Benefits & Partner Development at UCM Digital Health
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Jeremy Smith

Dr. Jeremy Smith

My MD Connect
Partner/Co-Founder at My MD Connect
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Eric Johnson

ComedyCE.com
Founder of ComedyCE.com, a continuing education company designed to make learning fun
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David West

David West

GPA, Inc.
Director, Corporate Development, Group & Pension Administrators, Inc.
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Carl Isett

Former State Representative
Carl Isett served seven terms in the Texas House of Representatives.
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Schedule

Event Schedule

Day 1
Tue, September 29
8:50 — 11:00
2 hr ethics CE
One Man’s Pain is Another Man’s Profit

CE Provider: ComedyCE.com, Provider #37719 | Course #121414

In this course, we’ll examine the ethical issues involved in profiting off of another person’s pain, especially during a pandemic. Are insurers, health care providers, and pharmaceutical companies to be commended for offering valuable, life-saving products and services or condemned for taking advantage of a desperate situation?

2 hr ethics CE
Eric JohnsonEric Headshot 600x600
11:10 — 12:15
1 hr CE
Basics of Self-Funding

CE Provider: TABA, Provider #32576 | Course #124026

Learn what self-funding is and how it differs from fully funded insurance plus the advantages it offers to clients and employers.

1 hr CE
Spencer SmithSpencer Smith
12:15 — 1:00
Lunch Break / Visit with Exhibitors

Please use this time to grab a bit to eat, visit the exhibitor booths to learn how our sponsors and exhibitors can help you help your clients, and get signed in for the next session.

1:00 — 2:05
1 hr CE
Medical Cost Transparency & BUCA Busted

CE Provider: TABA, Provider #32576 | Course #122244

A discussion of medical cost transparency and factors that block it, including TPA agreement clauses, government mandates, misuse of revenue codes and more.

1 hr CE
Bill Hennessey, M.D.Bill Hennessey
2:15 — 3:20
1 hr CE
Delivering Addiction and Suicide Support in the Digital Age

CE Provider: TABA, Provider #32576 | Course #124389

The stress surrounding COVID-19 has increased suicide rates and substance abuse. Learn how health plans can use telehealth technology as a treatment option.

1 hr CE
Hamilton BaidenHamilton Baiden
3:35 — 4:40
(No CE)
Telemedicine and Direct Primary Care Panel

Use of telemedicine and direct primary care services has increased significantly in the last few years, and this growth has only accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this session, our panel of experts will discuss these trends and tell us what we can expect in the next couple years.

(No CE)
Laura M. BaloghLaura Balogh, Reid Rasmussenreid rasmussen, Eric KronengoldEric Kronengold, Dr. Jeremy SmithJeremy Smith
5:00 — 6:00
Virtual Golf and Happy hour - with prizes for winners. BYOB

What a great way to end day one of our virtual conference – with virtual golf and a virtual happy hour. Prizes for winners. BYOB!!

Day 2
Wed, September 30
9:00 — 10:35
1.5 hr CE
99 Problems with Healthcare – and Single Payer is One

CE Provider: TABA, Provider #32576 | Course #122242

Why is Single Payer Healthcare and Medicare-For-All a hot topic again? How does healthcare really work in other countries?

1.5 hr CE
Reid Rasmussenreid rasmussen
10:35 — 10:50
Sponsor Instroductions
10:50 — 11:05
(No CE)
Texas Legislature Update – Looking Forward to the 2021 Session
(No CE)
David WestDavid West, Carl IsettIsett Head Shot8.20
11:15 — 1:00
Lunch Break / Visit with Exhibitors

Please use this time to grab a bit to eat, visit the exhibitor booths to learn how our sponsors and exhibitors can help you help your clients, and get signed in for the next session.

1:00 — 2:05
1 hr CE
Detecting Fraud

CE Provider: TABA, Provider #32576 | Course #122243

Learn to recognize the content, pattern and methods of analysis in the detection of fraudulent healthcare claims.

1 hr CE
Laurent Laorlaurent laor
2:15 — 3:50
1.5 hr CE
Self -Funding in a COVID World

CE Provider: TABA, Provider #32576 | Course # pending approval from TDI

COVID continues to be the top issue when discussing healthcare, politics, law, and the economy. It is important to stay aware of behavioral changes, the latest innovations, the most cutting edge options, and industry responses, while also addressing each employer’s unique attributes and specific needs. Understanding how the best organizations are adjusting and thriving in this new environment is critical. This presentation will discuss the various types of plan components needed to stay competitive, maximize benefits, and ensure quality outcomes while minimizing costs.

1.5 hr CE
Adam RussoRusso 9.18
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About TABA

The Texas Association of Benefit Administrators (TABA) serves the business needs of owners and executives of third party administration companies engaged in providing services in Texas and to further the advancement of the third party benefit administrators profession.

Becoming a Member

Our members benefit from a voice in the political landscape, including state and federal regulatory agencies and legislative bodies. We retain ongoing support of legal counsel and state political lobbying organizations to maintain and improve the benefits administration profession.

How to Reach Us

Texas Association of Benefit Administrators
6009 W Parker Road #149-131
Plano, TX 75093

Phone: (512) 507-7001
Email: info@tabatpa.org

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