By Bob HermanJuly 7, 2026
Business of Health Care Reporter
Bob covers the money in health care, focusing on health insurance and hospitals. His stories delve into Medicare Advantage, opaque prescription drug benefits, and how much executives actually make. He is also the author of the Health Care Inc. newsletter. You can reach Bob on Signal at bobjherman.09.This is the online version of STAT’s weekly email newsletter Health Care Inc. Sign up here.
Hello to all friends, new and old. We are officially launching a series called Out of Pocket, Out Reach, which explores the different ways the employer-based health insurance system is crumbling. I want to hear from you: how your job-based coverage is affecting you or your business, whether you love it or hate it, and everything in between. Don’t be shy: [email protected].
U.S. workers and businesses are getting soaked
