Percentage of covered workers with no premium contribution or a contribution of greater than half of the premium, 2009.

Percentage of companies that have already restored their 401(k) match, or plan to do so in the first quarter 2010.

Popularity of wellness programs among firms that offer health benefits, by firm size, 2009

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Most companies reported no change in matching company contributions to participants' 401(k) plans between 2008 and 2009.

Source: Kaiser/HRET Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Benefits, 2009

Among firms with health benefits, distribution of firms reporting the likelihood of making the following changes in the next year.

Percentage of covered workers enrolled in a plan with a general annual deductible of $1,000 or more for single coverage