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Health Expenses a Major Source of Mental Health Issues for U.S. Workers

InterWest Insurance Services

The report states that the findings raise concerns about whether some employees can even afford to use their health plans. It stressed two main points: High deductibles — The report found one of the main drivers of stress was high deductibles and other out-of-pocket costs.

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Identify Your Workers’ Needs, Consider Costs before Open Enrollment

InterWest Insurance Services

Employees have a right to understand the costs they’ll be facing in each plan, including: Their share of the premium, Their deductible, Their copays or coinsurance, and Other out-of-pocket expenses. Typically, the higher the premium on a plan, the lower the employee’s out-of-pocket costs are.

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How HRAs Can Help Your Employees Pay for Medical Expenses

InterWest Insurance Services

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. Fortunately, there is another option: a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA).

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3 Ways to Survive Your Company’s Benefits Enrollment

Benefit Resource Inc.

But for those who don’t live in a daily world of healthcare jargon, what are out of pocket expenses? An out-of-pocket expense, according to HealthCare.gov , is “Your expenses for medical care that aren’t reimbursed by insurance. Qualified high deductible health plan. Health Savings Account.

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CARES Act - Impact on HSAs, HCFSAs, and HRAs

AssuredPartners

Consumers may also receive reimbursement for OTC purchases through those accounts. It does not have an expiration date.n"},{"attributes":{"bold":true},"insert":"Implementation Tips:"},{"insert":"nNo changes are necessary to implement these changes to a Health Savings Account.

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My Life in Benefits Age 45: Mammogram Screening

Benefit Resource Inc.

Thankfully, she was able to pay through our Health Savings Account (HSA) with her benefits card. If needed, our pre-tax health account would cover additional diagnostic tests, as well as hospital services, lab fees, and mastectomy-related special bras. 4 Steps to be a Smart Healthcare Consumer.