America’s employer health insurance is decaying
ByBob HermanJuly 7, 2026Business of Health Care ReporterBob covers the money in health care, focusing on health insurance and hospitals. His stories delve into Medicare Advantage, opaque prescription drug. . .
ByBob HermanJuly 7, 2026Business of Health Care ReporterBob covers the money in health care, focusing on health insurance and hospitals. His stories delve into Medicare Advantage, opaque prescription drug benefits, and how much executives actually make. He is also the author of theHealth Care Inc. newsletter. You can reach Bob on Signal at bobjherman. 09. This is the online version of STAT’s weekly email newsletter Health Care Inc. Sign up here. Hello to all friends, new and old. We are officiallylaunching a seriescalled Out of Pocket, Out Reach, which explores the different ways the employer-based health insurance system is crumbling. I want to hear from you: how your job-based coverage is affecting you or your business, whether you love it or hate it, and everything in between. Don’t be shy:[email protected]. U. S. workers and businesses are getting soakedThere’s a very high likelihood that you, dear reader, get your health insurance from your job or the job of a loved one. There’s also a very high likelihood your earnings have suffered over time, quietly behind the scenes. It’s arguably never been worse than now, and it isn’t likely to get better. STAT+ Exclusive StoryAlready have an account?Log inThis article is exclusive to STAT+ subscribersUnlock this article — plus in-depth analysis, newsletters, premium events, and news alerts. Already have an account?Log inView All PlansTo read the rest of this story subscribe to STAT+. Subscribe