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

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Small businesses can shop off-exchange with a broker, compare small-group plans directly from carriers, or consider an HRA for individual coverage. Before weighing prices, check that employees’ doctors and nearby hospitals are in each plan’s network.