A relentless rise in premiums and deductibles is putting insurance out of reach for many workers, especially those with low incomes.
Jessie McCormick had to quit her job to afford health care.
Ms. McCormick, 27, who has a heart condition, had an opportunity to move from part time to full time in her job at a small nonprofit in Washington. Working full time would qualify her for the firm’s health plan.
But she calculated that her out-of-pocket costs would be at least $1,200 per month, about double the money she had left after paying her rent and utilities.
View the complete September 25 article by Reed Abelson on The New York Times website here.