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4 considerations when choosing employee benefits for the first time

WEX Inc.

To take advantage of an HSA, you need to participate in an HSA-eligible health plan (or high-deductible health plan). HSA-eligible health plans typically have lower premiums but higher deductibles. Assess your ability to cover the deductible before choosing this plan.

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HSA vs. FSA: See how you’ll save with each

WEX Inc.

Participating in a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) is a great way to save money. You must be enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) to be eligible, which lowers you insurance premiums. Traditional health plans typically have higher premiums but lower deductibles.

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IRS Loosens Preventive Care Coverage Rules

InterWest Insurance Services

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. Benefits under HDHPs typically do not kick in until the enrollee has met their deductible.

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Ten Tax Planning Tips for 2022

Money Talk

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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3 Email Templates for Health Insurance Explainers

Flimp Communications

25% can’t define terms such as “deductible” or “copay.” By helping your company’s employees bridge the health insurance information gap, you can help them live healthier, happier lives while lowering healthcare costs and boosting several crucial metrics for your organization, including engagement, productivity, and morale.

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Mid-Year Financial Tweaks and Tasks

Money Talk

This information can help inform decisions about how much more to save up to the 2023 limits of $3,850 (self-only) and $7,750 (family coverage). Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Tweak - Like HSAs, you know your health care spending so far. Consider doing a proforma 2023 tax return.

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Considerations when choosing a health plan for the first time

WEX Inc.

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.