Oscar Health Legal Counsel Suggests Expanded Coverage Options for Maryland Small Businesses

Cathy Grason, vice president and associate general counsel overseeing government affairs at Oscar Health, has advocated for Maryland policymakers to explore CHOICE arrangements as a means to broaden health coverage options for small businesses.

Grason emphasized the need for increased education and marketplace support to help businesses understand and access these potential benefits. She suggested that a study into CHOICE as an emerging model for health benefits could illuminate pathways to expanded coverage.

The proposal comes as small businesses often struggle to provide comprehensive health insurance to their employees. Exploring alternative models like CHOICE could offer solutions to improve access to care and benefits for a significant portion of the state's workforce.

Oscar Health is a health insurance company focused on simplifying the healthcare system and improving access to care.