Small business group health insurance: Frequently asked questions

What is the typical waiting period before employees become eligible for a new employer's health plan?

According to a survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation, "Employee Health Benefits 2000," the average wait for health coverage at small firms (between 3 and 199 workers) is 2.1 months. That's slightly longer than the average wait of 1.5 months across firms of all sizes.

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