In recent years,
tax-advantaged savings vehicles for health expenses—including health savings,
flexible savings and health reimbursement accounts—have become increasingly
commonplace and may be a key feature of current health reform efforts. This
panel will discuss the evolution and regulation of such individual accounts and
their role in paying for health care both during working years and in
retirement. Speakers will consider the adequacy of the savings in such
vehicles, the associated tax expenditures, access to investment opportunities
and advice, and the effects on participant behavior. The panel will also
address employer and employee roles in setting up such accounts, and their
place in the rapidly evolving health care landscape.
Business
meeting at program conclusion.