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Employer-sponsored plans remain the primary source of health insurance for most Americans under 65 and their families, covering nearly 165 million people in 2023. However, the cost of providing these benefits is becoming increasingly difficult for both employees and employers. Researchers ca… Click for more.The Cost of Health Insurance for Employees and Employers by State
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