Elite Athletes Struggle for Insurance, Too

February 26, 2010

Competing in the Olympics comes with many obvious perks, like the honor of representing one’s country on the international stage and lucrative endorsements. But when elite athletes enter the health-insurance market, they face the same byzantine system the rest of us do. Myriad plans exist, each with different requirements and benefits. How much you pay hinges on your sport, your level of competition, and your geographic location. (Newsweek)