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A cost shift back to workers?
Employers have mostly protected their workers from the sky-high premium spikes they’d otherwise see as health care costs continue to rise. That’s in part to stay competitive, but it’s especially tough on small businesses. This year, there are signs that employers could be reaching a breaking point.