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[Topic] Reinsurance [Definition] 
Insurance purchased by insurance companies and employers that self-insure their employees’ medical costs, to limit liability or exposure to high claims or increased cost trends. The health reform law includes a temporary federal reinsurance program for employers that insure early retirees older than age 55 who are not eligible for Medicare.
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield | Health Care Reform
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