According to the ACA, how does it aim to assist employers?

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) aims to assist employers primarily by helping them find better coverage options for their employees. This is achieved through various measures, such as the creation of health insurance marketplaces where small businesses can shop for and compare different insurance plans. The ACA also provides tax credits to small businesses that offer health insurance to their employees, making it more affordable for them to do so. Additionally, the ACA sets standards for what constitutes essential health benefits, ensuring that the coverage options available meet specific criteria.

The act does not remove employer-based insurance options; rather, it builds on the existing employer-based system by enhancing the options available to businesses and their employees. The ACA was designed not to raise healthcare costs unreasonably for businesses but to make coverage more accessible and affordable. Furthermore, it does not centralize healthcare providers under government control; instead, it maintains a private insurance market while introducing regulatory reforms to improve the quality and affordability of healthcare.