In 2013, the average health care premium increases are projected to increase by 6.3 percent. Aon Hewitt’s analysis showed that in 2012:

  • The average health care cost per employee is projected to be $11,888. .
  • The employees’ portion of the total health care premium is projected to be $2,385.00
  • Average employee out-of-pocket costs, such as co-payments, co-insurance and deductibles, is projected to be $2,429.

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Reference:  Miller, S. (10/4/2012).  6.3% Health Premium Increases Projected for 2013. SHRM.org, How to Choose Health Insurance Exchanges, HR Magazine, October 2012

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