InterWest Insurance Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

It’s almost time for year-end small group open enrollment and you need to drive engagement so that your employees can make informed decisions about their health insurance options. We want to help you help your employees understand all of their options so that they can purchase a plan that is appropriate for their situation.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 4, 2024

The average employer covers 78% of their employees’ health insurance premiums, up from 74% in 2022. Participation in HSAs and flexible spending accounts fell 20% from 2022 to 2024, indicating that employers are not doing enough to educate their staff about these tax-advantaged accounts.

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Voluntary Benefits Flexible Spending Account Deductions Deductible 78

PeopleKeep

AUGUST 16, 2021

If your employer offers a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), then you have access to a unique health benefit that empowers you to make your own healthcare choices in ways a traditional group health insurance plan doesn’t.

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Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Health Insurance Healthcare 98

WEX Inc.

AUGUST 28, 2024

The IRS requires non-discrimination testing for employers who offer plans governed by Section 125 , which includes a flexible spending account (FSA). And though they aren’t part of Section 125, testing is also required for health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and self-insured medical plans (SIMPs).

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Higginbotham

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

You’re reading your health insurance policy and come across a coinsurance clause. Here’s what you need to know about this common insurance term. This is called cost sharing, and it’s common in many types of insurance. Cost sharing helps insurance companies and policyholders achieve certain goals.

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Health Insurance Out of Pocket Cost Insurance Deductions 52

WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Participating in a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) is a great way to save money. Health savings account An HSA is an individually owned benefits plan funded by you or your employer that lets you save on purchases of eligible expenses.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 22, 2022

Options can include: Health insurance, Voluntary benefits premiums (like vision and dental), Life insurance, 401(k), and. Flexible spending account. Call us for more information on how you can set up a flexible benefit plan for your staff. Flexible spending accounts.

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Flexible Spending Account 401(k) Flexible Spending Deductions 75

WEX Inc.

AUGUST 29, 2023

And did you know that a variety of fertility and infertility treatments are eligible for health savings account (HSA) and medical flexible spending account (FSA) funds? Most people using fertility services pay thousands of dollars out of pocket without insurance. What are fertility benefits?

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Benefit Resource Inc.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

If you’re wondering what the difference is between a Medical Flexible Spending Account (Medical FSA) and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA), you are not alone. Participants often do not understand that separate elections must be made for Medical and Dependent Care Accounts.

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Medical Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Deductions 98

Higginbotham

JANUARY 27, 2023

Although some small business owners may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of offering health insurance and other benefits, the many advantages can make the effort worthwhile. However, many small employers decide to offer health insurance anyway. Health insurance matters to employees. Census Bureau says that 54.3

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Health Insurance Insurance Benefits Package Out of Pocket Cost 52

WEX Inc.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Did you recently elect to participate in a medical flexible spending account (FSA) ? What is a medical flexible spending account (FSA)? If you’re a first-time medical FSA participant, you may not be familiar with FSA definitions and rules. The 2023 contribution limit for medical FSAs is $3,050 per year.

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Medical Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Taxes 98

Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 16, 2024

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are two of the most effective instruments for optimizing health savings and financial flexibility for both employers and employees among the different components of a comprehensive benefits strategy.

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Money Talk

JUNE 29, 2022

In it, I urged a review of tax deductions/credits, tax withholding, budgeting/cash flow, flexible spending accounts, financial goal progress, and investment portfolio status. Insurance Check-Up - While stocks have trended downward so far in 2022, insurance premiums (homeowners, auto, health, etc.)

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HR Digest

MAY 21, 2023

From mandated health insurance plans to free snacks, benefits and perks can play a big role in talent attraction and employee retention. Health insurance Those benefits provide a baseline of employee expectations. Health care flexible spending accounts 3. Health insurance 2. Dental or vision insurance 4.

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COMPackage

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Long-Term Incentives: This may involve stock options, restricted stock units, or profit-sharing plans.

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PeopleKeep

MAY 20, 2021

One way small employers can avoid high insurance costs while still offering a formal health benefit to recruit and retain top talent is an account-based health plan (ABHP).

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HR Lineup

MAY 9, 2023

One of the most significant employee benefits that Pazcare offers is health insurance. Health insurance is an essential component of employee benefits, and Pazcare recognizes the importance of it. In addition to health insurance and retirement savings plans, Pazcare also offers flexible spending accounts (FSAs).

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HR Lineup

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Health Insurance Associate (HIA) The Health Insurance Associate (HIA) certification is offered by America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP). It focuses on the fundamentals of health insurance, making it highly relevant for benefits professionals responsible for health and wellness programs.

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Money Talk

AUGUST 3, 2022

They include 529 college savings plans, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), tax-deferred annuities, and health savings accounts (HSAs) for people with high-deductible health insurance plans. Bottom Line: tax-efficient investment strategies allow investors to retain more of their investment earnings.

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InterWest Insurance Services

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Flexible spending account: With an FSA an employee pays — on a pre-tax basis through salary reduction — for out-of-pocket medical expenses that aren’t covered by insurance (for example, annual deductibles, doctor’s office copayments, prescriptions, eyeglasses and dental costs).

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Higginbotham

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In today’s increasingly competitive job market, offering a basic health insurance package is no longer enough to attract and retain top talent. The Evolution of Employee Benefits Employee benefits have come a long way since the days of basic health insurance coverage with a savings retirement plan thrown in.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Exploring HSAs and FSAs HSAs and medical flexible spending accounts (FSAs) let you save money because the funds you contribute to them are pre-tax. Consider the following when evaluating these accounts: Tax benefit: Contributions to HSAs and FSAs are tax-deductible and reimbursements for qualified medical expenses are tax-free.

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Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 19, 2023

” Cummins also offers its employees a pension scheme, medical, dental and life Insurance, a profit share scheme, healthcare benefits, parental leave, adoption assistance, flexible-working arrangements, a flexible spending account and an employee share purchase scheme.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

When asked what benefit they’d like to learn more about, pet insurance received the third-most responses. LSAs Lifestyle spending accounts (LSAs) can be customized by you to cover your employees’ pet-related expenses. Just like humans, pets can face unexpected health issues or accidents that may require veterinary attention.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

When approaching open enrollment, do … Evaluate available health insurance plans. If you rarely go to the doctor or would like to enroll in a health savings account (HSA) , an HSA-eligible health plan may be right for you! Fortunately, a few open enrollment tips can go a long way to making sure you’re maximizing your savings potential.

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401(k) Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Healthcare 52

InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 4, 2022

As rising health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs for health care are burdening workers, more employers are looking for ways to help their staff put aside money for those expenses. While health savings accounts have grown in popularity, you can only offer them to employees who are enrolled in high-deductible health plans.

Medical 88

Medical Health Insurance Out of Pocket Cost Deductions 88

WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Whether you’re transitioning from your parents’ insurance, landed your first full-time job, or are simply obtaining coverage for the first time, choosing health plans and employee benefits options can be overwhelming. However, your eligibility for either account can be influenced by the health plan you choose.

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CorpStrat

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

People are already struggling to pay for the insurance premiums but on top of that, they’re afraid deductibles, prescriptions, and co-insurance might push them into the red. Every person has expenses that are not covered by health insurance every year. It’s no wonder that they’re struggling. We’re here to help.

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Flexible Spending Account Out of Pocket Cost Flexible Spending Deductions 52

WEX Inc.

AUGUST 15, 2023

Whether you're transitioning from your parents' insurance, landed your first full-time job, or are simply obtaining coverage for the first time, choosing health plans and employee benefits options can be overwhelming. However, your eligibility for either account can be influenced by the health plan you choose.

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Deductions Deductible Healthcare Flexible Spending Account 98

WEX Inc.

MAY 2, 2024

Those enrolled in an HSA or a medical flexible spending account (FSA) may also be able to enroll in certain types of HRAs. We support flexible plan designs, empowering you to determine your own benefits goals for your participants by letting you set up your HRA to look however you want. Investment potential.

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Health Savings Account 401(k) Flexible Spending Account Taxes 98

WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

When approaching open enrollment, do … Evaluate available health insurance plans. If you rarely go to the doctor or would like to enroll in a health savings account (HSA) , an HSA-eligible health plan may be right for you! Fortunately, a few open enrollment tips can go a long way to making sure you’re maximizing your savings potential.

401(k) 98

401(k) Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Healthcare 98

Business Management Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Flexible Spending Accounts allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars from their paycheck to use for medical or dependent care expenses. These funds are placed in an FSA account that employees can use to pay for eligible expenses. Copays, co-insurance, and deductibles for medical care. Types of FSA Plans.

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Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Medical Healthcare 98

Benefit Resource Inc.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Congratulations on enrolling in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)! OPTION 2: EXPLANATION OF BENEFITS (EOB) If the expense went through your insurance, an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your insurance company provides the same detailed information.

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Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Insight Enterprises offers its employees dental, disability, health, life and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, mental health benefits, adoption assistance, childcare benefits, family medical leave, remote and flexible working, a bonus scheme and paid time to volunteer.

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Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Human Resources Bonuses 59

WEX Inc.

JANUARY 4, 2023

COBRA can provide important health insurance security when you’ve experienced job loss or another qualifying event. And election of COBRA can affect your ability to use the reimbursement accounts in which you were participating prior to your COBRA eligibility. Your HSA funds can be used to pay for COBRA premiums.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 18, 2023

The cost of healthcare can be daunting, especially for those who do not have adequate insurance coverage or savings to cover medical expenses. One such way is by utilizing health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). What is an HSA? What is an FSA?

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Medical Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 52

InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 20, 2022

To help these new recruits get the most out of the benefits you offer, you can start by focusing on the following: School them on health insurance. To many new Gen Z recruits, signing up for health insurance and actually using their benefits is a foreign concept.

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