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September 30, 2025 18 mins

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The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for health plans is here, making the next few months the most critical time of year for insurance professionals and for your business. Don't wait until it's too late—now is the perfect time to review your employee health insurance offerings.

In this essential episode, host Doug Jenkins with the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce sits down with Grace George from Hitchings Insurance Agency to break down everything local businesses need to know.

What you'll learn:

  • Key Dates and Deadlines: We cover when the AEP begins for Medicare (October 15th) and the Marketplace (November 1st) and why these dates matter for your company.
  • The Second Largest Expense: Grace highlights why health insurance is typically a company's second-largest expense next to payroll and how to ensure your plan is competitive, both in coverage and cost.
  • A Better Benefits Strategy: Learn why simply "auto-renewing" your existing plan is a costly mistake and get expert advice on finding a better plan for your employees and your bottom line.
  • The Power of the Chamber Plan: We discuss the benefits of the SOCA MEWA plan available to Chamber members, including strong negotiation power, access to the wide Anthem network, and the appeal of Health Savings Account (HSA) options for employee retention.
  • Local Support: Discover how working with a local agent means getting quick answers and personalized help, without navigating a complex 1-800 number call tree.

 To discuss your business's insurance options, contact Grace George at Hitchings Insurance at 419-423-9145 or info@hitchingsinsurance.com. 

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