Employer acquisition of health care facilities: a possible outcome of escalating premiums?
The price of health care is rising faster than most other prices; the increasing number of employer-financed health insurance plans means that insurance premiums are a significantly growing expense. Some companies might save money without sacrificing the quality of care by building or buying health care facilities. The authors analyze hospital costs and corporate experience with in-house care.
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