[Waterluvian]

I appreciate the thoughtful response. I have a lot to say on the matter but it goes well off-topic of, "healthcare shouldn't be bound to employment". However, I am curious. Technically, yes, you can go get your own healthcare and reject the employer's offerings? Is that a real-world practical option that people can and do opt to take?

[toasterlovin]

Yes. Tons of people buy their own health insurance in the US. I have done so for my entire adult life.

[Waterluvian]

Is it basically equal cost to the insurance most companies would be providing access to?

[toasterlovin]

I have no way of knowing. I’ve never had a job that provides insurance. And I think most jobs do not break out the portion of compensation that pays for health insurance.