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Why Women Pay More for Bad Health Insurance Plans
Episode 94 of Women at Work with Fexingo tackles the gender health insurance tax: why employer-sponsored plans often penalize women, especially those with chronic conditions or caregiving roles. Lucas and Luna break down the data behind a 2024 KFF study showing women spend 18% more on out-of-pocket costs than men, even when controlling for maternity care. They explore how high-deductible plans disproportionately affect women who need more frequent preventive care, prescription drugs, and specialist visits. The hosts discuss a real-world case: a 38-year-old marketing manager who opted for a…
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