As the old saying goes, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.However, many people agree that the the U.S. health care systemmight be due for a major overhaul—or at least a good tune-up.

“The renewal season this year has been challenging,” says SusanRider, a consultant for Gregory & Appel in Indianapolis.“Carriers in the small-group market are issuing double-digitincreases and limiting plan options. As a consultant, it is myresponsibility to help ensure decision-makers and their employeesunderstand the benefits that they are selecting to help meet theirfamily's financial needs.”

From market-based reforms to a single-payer system, there is noshortage of opinions and recommendations on potential health carefixes.

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