Articles by Lewis Krauskopf

Survey: Employees Likely to Bear Brunt If Health Reform Raises Costs

If U.S. health reform efforts lead to higher costs for employers, employees may end up bearing the brunt, according to a new survey. Employers will not absorb higher costs, choosing instead either to reduce benefits, lower salaries or cut jobs, …

Aetna CEO Says Public Option Lacks Necessary Poltical Support

Support is lacking, particularly in the U.S. Senate, for a government-run health plan that would compete in the private marketplace, the chief executive of health insurer Aetna Inc said Tuesday. Democrats as well as Republicans oppose creating such a plan …