# Group Health for Startups: First Policy Checklist

> Minimum lives, sum insured, and wellness perks for teams under 50 employees.

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First group policies for startups should prioritize broad hospital networks and responsive claims support over exotic benefits. Minimum lives requirements often start at 10–20 employees.

Scale sum insured as funding and headcount grow. Document eligibility and probation rules clearly in employee handbooks.