McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 29, 2022

Recently, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced (See Revenue Procedure 2022-24) cost-of-living adjustments to the applicable dollar limits for health savings accounts (HSAs), high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) and excepted benefit health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) for 2023.

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InterWest Insurance Services

DECEMBER 5, 2024

New guidance issued by the IRS expands the types of preventive care benefits that high-deductible health plans are required to cover with no out-of-pocket costs on the part of plan enrollees. The guidance, released in two notices — N-2024-71 and N-2024-75 , — can result in real savings for Americans.

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Money Talk

MAY 18, 2022

Since there is no longer a non-itemizer’s charitable deduction in 2022 and only about 10% of tax filers itemize, you’ll probably have fewer receipts to save. The 2022 standard deduction is $12,950 for individuals ($14,700 age 65+) and $25,900 for married filing jointly ($28,700 if both spouses are age 65+).

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Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 8, 2023

As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), it’s time to reflect on the transformative impact this financial tool has had on healthcare and personal finance. Contributions are tax-deductible, earnings grow tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified medical expenses are also tax-free.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 12, 2022

The IRS has announced significantly higher health savings account contribution limits for 2023, with the amount increasing more than 5% for individual HSA plans. The IRS also announced rises in the maximum contribution amounts to excepted-benefit health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs). HDHP minimum annual deductible.

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InterWest Insurance Services

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

With more than half of all private sector employees enrolled in high-deductible health plans , it’s important that employers have in place certain protocols to ensure that they are a success. HSAs are tax-advantaged accounts that allow enrollees to save up to pay qualified medical expenses.

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 10, 2022

Employers who offer health savings account-eligible high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) to employees can significantly expand pre-deductible coverage for certain drugs used to manage chronic conditions — with only a tiny effect on premiums. Improved disease management. Improved disease management.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

JANUARY 31, 2023

provisions make some significant changes for retirement plans , but CAA 2023 also extends the telehealth plan safe harbor for high-deductible health plans (“HDHPs”) that were first introduced in the 2020 CARES Act. Generally, a participant must pay their HDHP’s deductible before the plan can cover medical services.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

MARCH 22, 2022

Effective April 1, 2022, high-deductible health plans can once again offer first-dollar coverage for telehealth and other remote services without making participants ineligible for health savings account (“HSA”) contributions.

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WEX Inc.

JULY 20, 2023

Deductible options The words “health”, “coverage”, “insurance”, and “deductible” were among the most frequent words to appear when participants were asked in our survey what was missing from their benefits. Specific responses included: “A lower deductible or copay options would be an improvement.”

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Money Talk

AUGUST 3, 2022

Consider Tax-Saving Gifts - Only about 10% of taxpayers today can itemize deductions and it generally requires a plan to aggregate sufficient deductible expenses that exceed the standard deduction amount ($12,950 for singles and $25,900 for married couples filing jointly).

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Money Talk

JUNE 28, 2023

Consider completing the paperwork needed to save more money from July to December in your employer’s tax-deferred retirement savings plan. Even 1% more of pay in savings adds up over time. Health Savings Account (HSA) Tweak - By mid-year, you know what you already spent for health care services through June.

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WEX Inc.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Nearly two-thirds of large employers provide their employees with the choice of a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) and a traditional health plan, such as a preferred provider organization (PPO), during open enrollment. The IRS sets deductible limits that determine what is an HDHP. Does your employer offer options?

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), 2023 (Public Law 117-328), extended certain key virtual care flexibilities instituted during the COVID-19 public health emergency through December 31, 2024. This includes the telehealth safe harbor for health savings account-eligible high deductible health plans.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 26, 2020

The percentage of workers covered under HDHP plans has increased from four percent of all employer-sponsored health insurance plans in 2006 to 31 percent in 2020. A high deductible health plan (HDHP) paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA) is growing in popularity because it allows employees to pay for medical expenses tax-free.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 22, 2019

When it comes to managing employee benefits, employers are frequently turning to high-deductible health plans to help control costs. But managing – and keeping up with – HSA requirements has its difficulties.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

If you rarely require medical care and prefer to save on monthly premiums, a plan with a higher deductible and lower premiums might be suitable. On the other hand, if you anticipate regular medical visits, chronic conditions, or potential emergencies, a plan with lower deductibles and higher premiums may offer better cost protections.

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Flimp Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Health savings accounts (HSAs) are amazing tools for addressing the triple pillars of modern anxiety: money, health, and uncertainty about the future. Their tax advantages and investment potential can help employees reduce healthcare costs, save for retirement, and maximize tax refunds.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 10, 2024

2025 HDHP minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket limits also are increasing. Health savings account (HSA) contribution limits are on the rise again in 2025. 2025 high-deductible health plan (HDHP) amounts and expense limits also increased.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JUNE 20, 2019

Not all payroll deductions are created equal. Some people (although not many) may engage in a heated debate on the value of pre-tax deductions vs. post-tax deductions. Colleagues (even in our own organization) have asked “Why do we need post-tax deductions?” What is a pre-tax deduction?

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WEX Inc.

JULY 24, 2024

These communication tactics can be especially useful if you’re updating major health insurance options, like switching to a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) or adding a health savings account (HSA) and want to measure the outcomes of these changes.

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Flimp Communications

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Educate About Tax-Advantaged HSAs (And Similar Benefits) As you know, health savings accounts (HSAs) are triple tax-advantaged. Employees can deduct up to $300 per month in transit account contributions and $300 per month in parking account contributions. College savings accounts.

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Higginbotham

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

While not ideal for everyone, a high-deductible health plan can be very appealing to some workers, especially when it’s paired with a health savings account. Offering a high-deductible health plan as part of an employee benefits package, therefore, may be a strategic option for your organization.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 8, 2023

More employees are enrolling in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) each year, including more than half of U.S. But there are still misunderstandings that exist among employees about the significant value of an HDHP (or HSA-eligible health plan) and how it compares to a traditional health plan.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

When approaching open enrollment, do … Evaluate available health insurance plans. Increasingly, employers are offering their employees both HSA-eligible health plans (or high-deductible health plans ) and traditional health plans.

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PeopleKeep

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

When considering health insurance policies for your organization, you may have wondered if it’s better to have a low deductible health plan (LDHP) or a high deductible health plan (HDHP). While HDHPs have higher deductibles than LDHPs, as the name implies, there can be benefits to taking on the risk.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

2024 HDHP minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket limits also are increasing. Health savings account (HSA) contribution limits are on the rise again in 2024. 2024 high-deductible health plan (HDHP) amounts and expense limits also increased.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 16, 2023

How much should I contribute to my health savings account (HSA) each month? If you’re covered by an HSA-eligible health plan (or high-deductible health plan ), the IRS allows you to put as much as $3,650 per year (in 2022) into your health savings account (HSA). What is an HSA?

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Money Talk

JUNE 13, 2024

For example, you can hold investments for a year and a day or longer to qualify for lower long-term capital gains tax rates or consider tax-free investment vehicles such as Roth accounts and municipal bonds. Consult a Tax Professional - Consider consulting with a tax professional or financial advisor for personalized guidance and advice.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 7, 2023

We wanted to share a few tips and reminders about the health savings account (HSA) information you’ll need for your tax return. It also shows pre-tax contributions made to your account by you and your employer through payroll deductions. The season for filing taxes is upon us once again.

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PeopleKeep

MAY 19, 2021

A health savings account (HSA) is a tax-advantaged savings account a family or individual can use to pay for qualified medical expenses. HSAs are paired with a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) and have annual contribution limits.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MAY 15, 2024

One choice that sticks out in the ever-changing world of employee benefits for both employers and employees is a Health Savings Account (HSA). Understanding the HSA Advantage HSAs are tax-advantaged savings accounts specifically designed to help individuals save for medical expenses.

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PeopleKeep

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

A health savings account (HSA) is an employee-owned account designed to set aside pre-tax money to pay for qualified medical expenses such as deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, and other out-of-pocket expenses included in IRS publication 502.

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WEX Inc.

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Fortunately, when you participate in a health savings account (HSA) through your employer, your HSA stays with you. You have options HSA transfer If your new employer offers an HSA, you can transfer the administration of your account to your new employer’s HSA administrator. Have you recently changed employers?

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InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 16, 2024

After enrollment in high-deductible health plans soared during the last decade, 2022 marked the first year that enrollment in these plans fell among American workers since 2013, according to a new report by ValuePenguin. It hurts even more if they haven’t funded their health savings account (HSA), which often happens.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Health savings accounts (HSAs) allow employees to save and build wealth for future medical costs. One of the biggest benefits of using an HSA is that the contributions are tax-deductible. One of the biggest benefits of using an HSA is that the contributions are tax-deductible. The Benefit of an HSA.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 20, 2024

The IRS has announced significantly higher health savings account contribution limits for 2025, with the amount increasing 3.6% The IRS updates this amount annually, along with minimum deductibles as well as the out-of-pocket maximums for high-deductible health plans. for individual HSA plans.

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