ria to use Choosing the type of health insurance coverage that is best for you is a process that involves weighing many factors. In a general sense, they inclu the following: Determining your needs Deciding how much you can afford Determining what risks you can assume Assessing your preferences relative to different plans' approaches to health care Analyze the following situations to help you consider many of the more specific factors and apply some or all of them to your own circumstances. So Many Options, So Many Types of Plans Eileen has a job. The first place she should look for health care coverage is probably be the The costs will for the generous terms and coverage, because coverage under a policy through her employer is a plan, which spreads the costs and risks among more people than plans do. The company has more than 20 workers, and the employer pays 20% of workers' health insurance premiums. Assume that Eileen enrolls in her employer's group plan. If Eileen leaves her job she probably be able to exercise her COBRA rights. If eligible, Eileen remain on the group plan for up to, months as long as she pays the An additional administrative fee would be due from Eileen.