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The fight against COVID-19 has expanded to the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE) items with employer-sponsored benefit accounts. On Friday, March 26, the IRS released Announcement 2021-7, which approves PPE purchased for the primary purpose of preventing the spread of COVID-19 as medical expenses under section 213(d) of the Internal Revenue Code. The regulation allows … More >>
Healthcare can be very expensive, but with a tax-advantaged tool like the Health Savings Account (HSA), it can help lower costs. A high deductible healthcare plan (HDHP) – a requirement to open and contribute to an HSA – allows healthcare consumers to save on premiums and set aside tax-free money for out-of-pocket medical expenses. But, … More >>
During open enrollment, a question people commonly ask is, “Can I have an FSA and HSA at the same time?” Both accounts are popular because they help people save on healthcare expenses and increase their tax savings. Let’s take a look at both accounts and see if you can have an FSA and an HSA … More >>
In March, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) moved the tax deadline from April 15 to July 15. With just a few weeks until the deadline comes, here is a refresher on the tax deadline and your Health Savings Account (HSA), including tax forms and contributions for 2019. Gather All Medical and Healthcare Receipts It’s always … More >>
On Wednesday, May 20, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the new rates for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) in 2021. There is an increase for 2021 HSA contribution limits as well as out-of-pocket maximum limits for high deductible health plans (HDHPs). Learn more below. 2021 HSA Contribution Limits For 2021, the IRS has adjusted HSA contribution limits … More >>
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Congress and the IRS have recently acted to provide relief to American worker and companies. With the passage of the CARES Act, updates to HDHPs, HSAs and other measures, there are a lot of questions about these changes. See below for answers to COVID-19 testing and other questions about … More >>
Due to the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus), Congress, the IRS, and other federal agencies have taken significant actions to provide relief for workers and their families. Learn more below about extensions to the tax filing deadline and HSA contribution period, and information about getting treated for coronavirus under a high deductible health plan. 2020 … More >>
When you have a Health Savings Account (HSA), you’re also eligible to sign up for a Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account (LPFSA). Having both benefit accounts can save you even more on taxes and cover those necessary healthcare related expenses. A question for many people is “how do you maximize both accounts?” Here are some … More >>
In December 2019, funding legislation was approved by Congress and signed by President Trump. In addition to approving federal spending for 2020, the bill also repealed the Cadillac Tax and extended PCORI – which are important for employers. Learn more below about these new details regarding healthcare benefits. Cadillac Tax Repeal Officially known as the … More >>
A Health Savings Account, or HSA, is a tax-advantaged tool for healthcare consumers enrolled in a high deductible health plan (HDHP). An HSA is designed to help account owners save money (via tax-free contributions) to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical and healthcare expenses (tax-free withdrawals). It can also be used as a supplementary retirement account. … More >>