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Do you know the difference between a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA)? While they sound similar, they are actually quite different. Let’s cover the similarities first. As part of consumer directed healthcare, the purpose of both an HRA and an HSA is to make healthcare more affordable for workers and … More >>
Today’s reality highlights the need for benefits debit cards. In a highly mobile, tech-driven society, card payments are the norm rather than the exception. Nearly everywhere, people can use their credit or debit cards as payment: at their doctor’s office, pharmacy, grocery store, retail shops, taxicabs, subway stations, and more. The speed, convenience and security … More >>
The PCORI fee filing deadline is coming up on July 31. Learn more about PCORI, including future payments.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on Tuesday, May 28, new HSA contribution limits, out-of-pocket limits and minimum annual deductibles for next year. Health Savings Account (HSA) owners will see a slight bump across the board for 2020 HSA limits. 2020 HSA Limits Go Up Next year, HSA owners will be able to make more … More >>
If you sign up for healthcare benefits through your employer, you have access to your company’s Summary Plan Description (SPD). In short, the SPD provides important details about your benefits plan and how the plan works. An SPD is required by law and must define when employees become eligible to participate in the plan, how … More >>
Health Savings Account (HSA) owners, here’s some interesting tax news: you can make HSA contributions for the previous year before this year’s tax deadline! HSA contributions for last year The IRS allows for a fair amount of flexibility when it comes to HSA contributions, particularly when it comes to contribution deadlines. For those who were … More >>
Dental care is costly. First, you have the cost of insurance (if you choose to enroll). Depending on your coverage, you may get a checkup, cleanings, and x-rays once or twice a year. But what happens when you, your spouse, or your child needs a filling, root canal, orthodontia, or an emergency extraction? Insurance probably … More >>
Benefits enrollment season is a time for making important decisions regarding healthcare expenses for you and your family. In addition to health insurance options, many companies sponsor tax-advantaged healthcare accounts, like Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). FSAs and HSAs are popular because you can save money on taxes while setting aside … More >>
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offer healthcare consumers who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) a tax-advantaged tool for setting aside money to pay for qualified medical expenses. In addition to the tax benefits, what makes an HSA especially valuable is the ability to grow the account funds through investing. Then, upon reaching age … More >>
Did you know that a change of status during the plan year affects the account holder’s annual Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution limit? The following provides an overview of regulations plus examples of how the changes to contribution limits are calculated. If you have an HSA, you’re probably aware that you can change your contribution … More >>