Covered California for Small Business is the health insurance marketplace developed for small businesses with one to 100 eligible employees. Beginning January 1, 2016, businesses with 51-100 employees became eligible to enroll in the marketplace. An eligible employee is one who works an average of 30 hours per week based on a month of work.
Covered California for Small Business grants you the opportunity to offer your employees a host of quality health insurance options from private insurance companies and simplifying the process so you don’t have to do it on your own. Again, this is not a requirement, but many small businesses choose to offer coverage because of the many benefits it delivers to their business and employees.
Small business owners know that the ability to offer employees quality health insurance is a competitive advantage in the labor market. To learn more or enroll contact Covered California for Small Business or a certified insurance agent. You can speak with a representative by calling (844) 332-8384.
| Benefits for your business: | Benefits for your employees: |
| Financial ControlYou decide the level(s) of coverage and how much to contribute toward premiums. | Employee Choice Employees decide which health insurance companies, plans and rates meet their needs and lifestyles. |
| Tax AdvantagesYou may be eligible for a tax credit after purchasing insurance through Covered California. | Employee-only Coverage True employee-only coverage for Employers with less than 50 full time equivalent employees, helping dependents remain eligible for individual tax credits. |
| Simple Billing All health plan premiums are billed in one consolidated monthly invoice. | Pediatric Dental Optional pediatric dental coverage. |
| Employee Loyalty Covered California for Small Business offers high-quality, affordable health insurance to help attract and retain talented employees. | Live Support Plan selection and free enrollment support from Covered California Certified Insurance Agents. |
| Productivity Health insurance can help prevent illness, increase productivity and reduce employee absenteeism. | Customer Service Access to a local, multilingual service center for ongoing support. |
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