Small businesses can shop off-exchange through a broker, compare small-group...

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Small businesses can shop off-exchange through a broker, compare small-group plans directly with carriers, or consider an HRA to reimburse individual coverage. Before comparing premiums, check whether employees’ doctors and hospitals are in-network.