Small business executives and health insurance: findings from a national survey of very small firms.
Previous researchers have documented that very small businesses (3-24 workers) are less likely to offer employees health insurance than larger corporations. This study supplements previous findings on the prevalence of health insurance among small firms. The authors also attempt to illuminate reasons behind coverage decisions by interviewing small business owners and executives, who most often make health benefits decisions on behalf of their employees. The study examines attitudes about health insurance, opinions, and practices in these very small firms, and the response of small business owners to policy alternatives designed to expand coverage in small businesses.
Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation, Washington, DC, USA.
Erin
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Holve
Mollyann
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Brodie
Larry
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Levitt
D001294:Attitude to Health; D003132:Commerce / Q000145:classification / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003625:Data Collection; D003710:Demography; D005249:Fees and Charges / Q000639:trends; D006264:Health Benefit Plans, Employee / Q000191:economics / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D019458:Insurance Coverage / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D011640:Public Policy; D019464:Tax Exemption; D014481:United States