SAVE THE DATE! Registration will open March 2026.
Engage, Connect, and Grow with the Health Community in Washington, DC!
Join the health actuarial profession's brightest minds and industry leaders at the 2026 SOA Health Meeting in Washington, DC. This is your opportunity to engage with the latest research, explore emerging trends, and walk away with practical insights you can apply directly to your work.
From deep dives into cutting-edge topics to interactive sessions and networking opportunities, the meeting is built around meaningful exchange. Connect with colleagues and peers in the health space, hear from thought leaders shaping the future of health care, and be part of the conversations that matter most to the profession.
Gain Insights on Today's Most Important Topics
Invest in your professional growth with over 80 sessions covering topics relevant to your work, including:
- Actuarial Professionalism
- Artificial Intelligence/Technology
- Business Intelligence/Healthcare Economics
- Disability/Group Life Insurance
- Financial Reporting/Reserving
- Individual/Small Group/ACA
- Large Claims/Stop Loss/Reinsurance
- Long Term Care
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Pharmacy
- Public Health
- Provider Payment
- Regulatory Issues
- Research
View the agenda tab for the complete list of sessions.
All sessions will be audio and slide sync recorded. Recordings will be available in the event app until August 2nd, 2026. Recordings will not be available after this date.
Keynote Speakers
Tali Sharot, Author, Neuroscientist and Authority on Human Behavior
Dr. Tali Sharot is an award-winning author, acclaimed professor, and one of the leading experts on decision-making, influence, and human behavior. She serves on the faculty of MIT and UCL, where she directs the Affective Brain Lab, and her research has helped organizations and governments improve leadership, communication, and well-being.
Dr. Ashwin Vasan, Senior Fellow in Health Policy and Global Affairs, Yale University; Venture Partner, Commonweal; Former New York City Health Commissioner
Dr. Ashwin Vasan is a physician and epidemiologist who most recently served as the 44th Health Commissioner of New York City, leading bold efforts to advance prevention, equity, and population health. He spearheaded transformative initiatives, including the landmark HealthyNYC agenda, to reverse declines in life expectancy and address widening health inequities in the wake of COVID-19.
City Information
Washington, DC is a city worth exploring, and late June is a wonderful time to do it! Between sessions, take in the monuments and memorials along the National Mall, visit the world-renowned Smithsonian museums, or enjoy the thriving dining scene in neighborhoods like Georgetown and Penn Quarter. The city has something for everyone! Learn more about what Washington, DC has to see and do.
Meeting Highlights from 2025
The Society of Actuaries is honored to announce the recipients of the Outstanding Session Awards from the 2025 Health Meeting. Take a look at the presentations and listen to audio recordings of these award-winning presentations here.
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Registration Fees
In-Person Event Pricing
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Individual |
$1,650 |
$1,850 |
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Retired, Academic, Unemployed or Government |
$825 |
$825 |
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PD Edge+ Subscriber Discount |
$1,550 |
$1,750 |
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Guest Fee**- includes breakfast on each day and receptions on Sunday and Monday |
$275 |
$275 |
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$1,850 |
$2,050 |
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**Guest Fee
The SOA provides a variety of registration options for guests of attendees. One guest per member registrant is allowed. A significant other, friend or family member of the attendee who is over the age of 18 is considered a guest (or non-business affiliate). Members of an actuarial organization and recruiters are not considered guests and must register at the appropriate member fee listed above. Guest fee does not include attendance at sessions or luncheons.
Special Meal Requests
If you require a Kosher or Halal meal, please send an email to soameetings@soa.org no later than two weeks prior to the start date of the meeting to ensure your request is accommodated. Requests received within two weeks of the meeting start date cannot be guaranteed.
Payment Options
Full payment is required at the time of registration. Schedule denotes U.S. dollars. Payment required in U.S. dollars.
- Paying by credit card – Register online by registration deadline.
- Paying by check – Contact SOA Customer Service for application and payment details. Allow 10 days for receipt and processing of check payments.
For more information, view our full Registration and Refund Details and Policies.
Hotel and Travel
Make the most of your time at the meeting by staying at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, DC. The SOA group rate offers a convenient and cost-effective option; while keeping you close to the action and the colleagues you came to connect with.
Marriott Marquis Washington DC
901 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20001
(855) 821-4281
Guest room rates (taxes not included): $299 single/double occupancy
Hotel Reservation Deadline: June 1, 2026
Please make your hotel reservation prior to June 1. The room block is open through June 1, 2026, and based on hotel availability.
Location
The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC is closest to Reagan National Airport (DCA), located 5 miles away, and Dulles International Airport (IAD), located 26 miles away.
Confirmations
Confirmation of your hotel reservation is issued by the hotel. If you have not received a confirmation number prior to your departure for Washington, DC, please call the hotel at 202-824-9200 to make sure your reservation has been received.
Early Departures
During check-in, all guests will need to verify their departure date. At that time, you may change your departure date without penalty. Any guest who departs before the confirmed departure date may be charged an early departure fee.
Cancellations
Reservations must be canceled 72 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one night’s room and tax charge.
A major credit card is required to make a reservation.
Travel
AmTrav Corporate Travel is the Society of Actuaries’ official travel agency. AmTrav is focused on providing cost savings and enhanced travel services. Call AmTrav at 866-284-5774 or visit them online at www.amtrav.com.
Connect with Your Target Audience
Don't miss your chance to reach hundreds of health actuarial professionals at the 2026 SOA Health Meeting in Washington, DC. As attendees gather to learn, connect, and engage with the latest in the field, sponsorship puts your brand in front of a focused and motivated audience.
Our sponsorship opportunities help maximize your visibility, align your company with the health actuarial community, and ensure your brand is recognized throughout the event. A few popular options are highlighted below:
- Networking Reception – This networking reception offers attendees an energetic evening to reconnect, build new relationships, and share updates on both their professional endeavors and personal experiences.
- Fun Run – Always a fun highlight of the Health Meeting! Your sponsorship provides participants with an SOA sponsor-branded t-shirt to wear as a souvenir of this memorable event.
- Break Sponsor – Sponsor a break that everyone joins for networking and catching up with fellow attendees.
- Lead Generation Email – Reach registered meeting attendees with a targeted email. The SOA will send the email on your company’s behalf. You provide the copy, images and links, and the SOA builds and deploys the email.
Download the brochure and reach out to our Sponsor & Partnerships Lead, Lauren Scaramella to find the right opportunity for your goals.