Yes, it would be great if US employees had those options, but they don't hence they aren't alternatives. The main alternative in the US to an employer based group insurance policy is an individual plan.
One day the US may catch up to the rest of the world, but unfortunately, the US seems content with millions of uninsured, healthcare related bankruptcies, and milking those who can afford coverage more every year in exchange for less.
One day the US may catch up to the rest of the world, but unfortunately, the US seems content with millions of uninsured, healthcare related bankruptcies, and milking those who can afford coverage more every year in exchange for less.