"According to data available from Blue Cross/Blue Sheild (BC/BS), as a person grows older, it cost more for him/her to buy a BC/BS plan outside of employment."

Lahey, J. (2007). Does health insurance affect the employment of older workers? (Issue Brief No. 08). Chestnut Hill, MA: Boston College Center on Aging & Work/Workplace Flexibility. Retrieved October 30, 2007 from http://agingandwork.bc.edu/documents/IB08_HealthInsurance_001.pdf

This issue brief confirms that health insurance costs are one factor affecting firms’ employment decisions. The graph is based on premiums that Blue Cross Blue Shield (BC/BS) quoted in 22 states for its lowest-cost plan for a non-smoker, without coverage for dependents.

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