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Employers expect major health-care cost shift to workers in 2010

Experts at Aon Consulting say employees may notice substantial changes to their medical plan for 2010, including a drastic increase in worker contributions.

By Jenny Ivy | Updated on October 07, 2009

Experts at Aon Consulting say employees may notice substantial changes to their medical plan for 2010, including a drastic increase in worker contributions. However, according to a new survey, companies are trying to offset these rising health care costs by expanding wellness programs to promote a healthier and more productive workforce.

In its “2009 Benefits & Talent Survey,” Aon Consulting found 70 percent of employers plan to increase employee contributions, and 67 percent expect to raise deductibles, co-pays, coinsurance or out-of-pocket maximums next year.

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