2016 Member Benefit Symposium - Medical Plan for Small Employers

Aurora Chamber of Commerce works hard to provide a variety of benefits to save you money and help you do business better.
 
New member The Alpha Group is working with NOACC (Northeast Ohio Area Chambers of Commerce) to develop a new self-funded medical plan for small employers available exclusively for members of chambers of commerce.
 
If that includes you, or a business you know, please read further to find out more:
                                                 
SMALL BUSINESS ALTERNATIVE TO AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (ACA) HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS
 
Anthem, in partnership with the Southern Ohio Chambers of Commerce (SOCA), has developed a new program under a self-funded multiple employer welfare arrangement (MEWA) designed for small groups from 2-50 employees. The MEWA program enables smaller employers to join together to share in the overall claim risk. The plans provide an alternative to ACA plans that are typically 20% to 30% lower in premium cost.  
THIS PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY TO MEMBERS OF CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE.
 
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 
HOW IS SOCA PLAN DIFFERENT THAN PLANS OFFERED UNDER ACA?
Unlike plans under ACA, SOCA plans are self-funded and will offer plan designs that meet minimum essential coverage. The plans are underwritten, which means there are health questions asked of each employee. There are different plan designs offered including qualified health savings plans.
 
DO I NEED TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CHAMBER? YES
 
DO I HAVE TO SWITCH DOCTORS? Anthem has a strong network in this area and around the country. Chances are high your doctors will be included in the network.
 
IF LEAVING CURRENT PLAN WILL EMPLOYEES BE SUBJECT TO PRE-X? No, pre-existing conditions are covered as any other illness.
 
MAY I WITHDRAW FROM SOCA AT ANY TIME? You may withdraw from SOCA with a 30 day written notice.
 
WHAT GOVERNMENT ENTITIES OVERSEE THE SOCA PLAN?
The State of Ohio’s Department of Insurance has the primary responsibility for overseeing the soundness of the plan , while the US Department of Labor provides oversight.
 
HOW DO I LEARN MORE?
Contact Aurora Chamber of Commerce member Larry Lahnan of The Alpha Group at 216-315-5325 or llahnan@thealphaga.com to learn more about the plan and obtain quotes.
 
Larry will be available at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce office, 9 E. Garfield Road Suite 101 in Aurora, on Tuesday, October 11^th from 2-3pm to meet with you in person. Register online (see button above) to let him know to expect you.
 
To see who is eligible and learn more, CLICK HERE!