5 takeaways from STAT’s series on the soaring cost of health insurance

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More than 150 million Americans receive health insurance through their jobs, making it the primary coverage source in the U.S.
2

Fewer than 60% of small firms now offer health insurance, marking an all-time low and impacting employee retention.
3

Deductibles at small businesses are over 50% higher than those at larger companies, adding financial strain.
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Health insurance premiums have increased from $132.5 billion in 1987 to over $1.4 trillion in 2024, far exceeding inflation.
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Half of ACA marketplace buyers are now from small businesses or self-employed, with costs rising after subsidy cuts.