Yes, I think that is a sound idea.
Health insurance really didn’t kick in as a benefit until world War 2.
During the war, companies making products were not allow to take anyone from a similar company.
“Perks” were designed to get around that, health insurance, company cars, etc..
Another thing would be to fast track new drugs. Part of the expense is the FDA delays.
Maybe they could actually release things as “trails” and have patients sign waivers.
I don’t know.
Just a thought.
Good post. Tying “health care” to employment was a terrible approach. It distorted the marketplace badly.