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In most states, large groups are defined as employers with more than 50 full-time equivalent employees.
Under the Affordable Care Act (opens in new tab), large groups are defined as employers with more than 50 full-time equivalent employees (opens in new tab).
In some states with different small group guidelines – California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, New York, and Vermont – large groups are defined as companies with more than 100 full-time equivalent employees.
Large group health insurance plans involve more complex configurations and administrative requirements than small group plans. An insurance broker (opens in new tab) can help you evaluate your options and figure out which type of health benefits arrangement will work best for your company and employees.