The affordability of health insurance is severely strained right now, with premium increases in the double digits being passed along to many Michiganders for the past several years in a row.

Tackling this affordability crisis isn’t something we can do alone. It requires partnerships — across health systems, providers, insurers, regulators and pharmaceutical companies — to address the root causes of rising costs. More from Freep Opinion: Michigan must protect anesthetized patients from pelvic exams without consent

Rising health care costs hurt everyone

Skyrocketing medical and drug costs drove Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s claims expense higher by $12 million per day in 2024 . Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.

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