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4 HDHP trends you don't want to miss

WEX Inc.

PPO deductible Nearly two-thirds of large employers provide their employees with the choice of an HDHP and a traditional health plan , such as a preferred provider organization (PPO). Typically, an employee enrolled in a PPO will have higher premiums and a lower deductible than an employee enrolled in an HDHP.

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HDHPs can cover more preventive services

Business Management Daily

Reason: With certain exceptions, HDHPs can’t start reimbursing employees until they meet those high deductibles. The IRS’ guidance became effective July 17, 2019. Notice 2019-45, IRB 2019-32). JUST IN TIME FOR OPEN ENROLLMENT: High deductibles are a feature of HDHPs, not a bug. is $6,900 ($6,750 for 2019).