Asked by Kristopher Curry on May 09, 2024

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One of the provisions of the 2010 Affordable Health Care Act is that small businesses will be allowed to join pools in order to obtain lower premiums and to help in administering health care programs. These pools are referred to as ______.

A) Small Business Health Options Programs (SHOPs)
B) Health Care Development Options (HCDOs)
C) Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs)
D) Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs)

Affordable Health Care Act

A comprehensive health care reform law enacted in 2010 aimed at expanding access to insurance, increasing consumer protections, and emphasizing prevention and wellness.

Lower Premiums

Reduced costs for insurance coverage, often a result of decreased risk, loyalty discounts, or efficient company operations.

  • Awareness of worker advantages and the influences on their provision.
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Sarthak BasnetMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The Affordable Care Act introduced the Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) to help small businesses provide health insurance to their employees by pooling together to obtain lower premiums and ease the administration of health care programs.