Health Costs Jumping 18% For Small And Medium-Sized Businesses
Healthcare costs are rising significantly for small and medium-sized businesses, with an increase of nearly 20%. A report by Morgan Health highlights that smaller employers are disproportionately affected compared to larger ones. Many small businesses are struggling to manage these rising costs and are exploring new tools to assist in health insurance decisions.
- ▪Healthcare costs for small and medium-sized employers are rising nearly 20% due to inflation and medical expenses.
- ▪The Morgan Health report indicates that 30% of small businesses with fewer than 50 employees report worsening health insurance costs.
- ▪Smaller firms are less likely to take action to offset rising costs, often because they are not required to offer coverage.
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InnovationHealthcareHealth Costs Jumping 18% For Small And Medium-Sized BusinessesByBruce Japsen,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bruce Japsen writes about healthcare business and policy.Follow AuthorJun 03, 2026, 03:14pm EDTJun 03, 2026, 03:24pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Stethoscope on the dollars. Medical costs. Healthcare payment concept. Concept of analysis of the market and economy and interest ratesgettyHealthcare costs are rising nearly 20% for small-and mid-sized employers as employers grapple with a surge in inflation and medical expenses, in particular, a new report shows.
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