Published on May 13, 2014
During National Small Business Week and each week, we acknowledge and thanks to your essential contributions to the nation.
Whether you’re a small employer or a sole proprietor, the Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) might help you discover well being protection for your self and your workers.
How to get well being protection if in case you have 50 or fewer workers
Enroll in SHOP protection at any time all year long, utilizing an agent, dealer, or insurance coverage firm that gives SHOP Qualified Health Plans. Just select your state and we’ll provide help to get began. If you’ve questions, name 1-800-706-7893 (TTY: 711), Monday by Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET. Agents and brokers may additionally use this quantity.
Remember, small companies with fewer than 50 workers aren’t required to buy worker protection. If you select to not buy, there’s no penalty.
How to get well being protection if you happen to’re a sole proprietor or self-employed
If you’re a sole proprietor or self-employed with no workers, you and your partner can enroll in protection by the Health Insurance Marketplace® for people and households. Open Enrollment is over and begins once more on November 15, 2014 for 2015 protection. Learn about your medical insurance choices exterior of Open Enrollment.