Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Say Hello to the SOCA Benefit Plan
A mutiple Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA) Designed for Businesses Like Yours
When it comes to providing your employees with cost-saving health care coverage, small businesses are at a big disadvantage compared to their larger counterparts. Because of their smaller size, their claims risk pool is spread out across a much smaller employee population. That can result in higher, less stable insurance rates — and fewer viable plan choices. Fortunately, there’s a simple and affordable medical plan alternative: The Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA) Benefit Plan.
An Option That Can Reduce Costs
and Improve Benefits
The SOCA Benefit Plan is a self-funded MEWA offered by the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance together with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Available to Ohio small group employers that are members of a qualifying Chamber of Commerce and have 2 to 50 employees, it’s an attractive alternative to traditional Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. You’ll have innovative plan options that deliver benefits at a lower cost and more predictable rates, just like large corporations. Through the SOCA Benefit Plan, small businesses join together to share overall claims risk across a much bigger pool. Along with cost savings, this larger self-funded pool offers you flexibility and financial protection backed by Anthem’s stop-loss coverage. Unlike many Association Health Plans which operate similarly, there’s no requirement for groups to be from the same industry or trade group.
The Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce proudly endorses Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
For years, they have faithfully helped our members maximize their savings while providing quality health care to their employees.
Flexibility to Meet Each Employer's Needs
While the SOCA Benefit Plan delivers access to a number of widely used services, it also allows freedom:
- Participating employers can make their own plan choices.
- SOCA Benefit Plan options aren’t subject to the same mandates
as plans offered under the ACA — requirements that can make ACA
plans less affordable for smaller businesses. - Like ACA plans, coverage is offered to any and all eligible applicants
regardless of health status.
What Makes the SOCA Benefit Plan A Smart Choice in MEWAS?
Anthem’s breadth of experience and understanding of what matters to small businesses can work to your benefit. We offer a robust and expanded selection of health and wellness options. Plus, you’ll have specialty products exclusively for SOCA Benefit Plan participants including vision, life, disability, and more, available at specially discounted rates.
Even Administration is Simple and Streamlined
The goal is to make things as easy as possible for your small business. You’ll have all the support you need, including assistance with many of the complex compliance requirements that come with an Administrative Services Only (ASO) arrangement — so you can focus on your business. Anthem even offers shorter timelines for getting employees started in the plan, plus a fast and easy renewal process.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Chamber Saver Plan
We know your priority is to make the most of your company’s health benefit dollars, especially during a tough economy. That’s why we’ve made it our business to offer your business a wide portfolio of affordable plan options. As a member of the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce with 2-99 employees, you will have access of up to a 1.4% savings on any Anthem group health insurance plan through premium tax credit savings.
You’ll have your choice of Anthem Plans, from industry-leading consumer-driven health plans (HSAs, HRAs, HIAs), to traditional plans and all backed by the exceptional nationwide network access and local sales and service millions of Americans trust.
For a free quote, contact one of our endorsed agents below!
* Discount only applies to chamber members who do not already have Anthem insurance.
Our Chamber Endorsed Agents
David A. Boyer & Associates – David Boyer
(419) 281-4949
1025 Cty Rd 1175, Ashland OH 44805
gobucks@zoominternet.net
The Buren Insurance Group – Lael Reitler
(419) 281-8060
1101 Sugarbush Dr., Ashland OH 44805
lael.reitler@bureninsurancegroup.com
Central Ohio Group Insurance Agency, Inc. – Connor Tharp / Gina Ashley
(419) 289-1510
136 E. Main St., Ashland Oh 44805
connor@centralohiogroup.com / gina@centralohiogroup.com
Whitaker-Myers Group – Chris Vanderzyden
(419) 289-3750
20 E Main St., Ashland OH 44805
chrisvanderzyden@whitaker-myers.com
Let’s Create Something
Get in touch with The Chamber today and find a custom solution for your exact needs.
The Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping your business grow with customized solutions designed to fit your unique needs. From strategic networking and marketing opportunities to advocacy and business resources, we provide the tools and support necessary for your success.