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Utilizing Pre-Tax Benefits to Prioritize Health in 2023

Benefit Resource Inc.

The money set aside in your FSA is deducted from your paycheck each month before taxes are taken out so you get an immediate tax savings on every dollar contributed. A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a type of savings account that allows you to save pre-tax dollars for future medical expenses.

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Personalized Care Act (ICHSA) Could and Should End Employer-Based Health Insurance

Joe Markland

On January 2020, the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Account (ICHRA) was enacted, and employees for the first time in 75+ years could buy an individual policy with pre-tax dollars if their employer adopted an ICHRA. An ICHRA still leaves the employer in control of adopting the ICHRA.

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Employers Expect Higher Premiums, Little to No Cost-Shifting

InterWest Insurance Services

Employers who were surveyed for a new report expected that group health insurance premiums would increase 5.4% In fact, 64% of large employers (with 500 or more workers) plan to enhance their health insurance and well-being benefits to stay competitive for talent and to keep their staff happy, Mercer found. copay plan).

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3 major benefits challenges for HR and how to solve them

WEX Inc.

For example, My HSA Planner makes learning about how to utilize health savings accounts (HSAs) a breeze. Another plan that has gained popularity in recent years is lifestyle spending accounts (LSAs). Employer contributions to HSAs can also serve as powerful incentives.

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Waiving HDHP Deductibles Has Little Effect on Premiums, Study Says

InterWest Insurance Services

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. Absenteeism. Illness-related presenteeism. Cost of temporary workers.

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HSA Day 2023: Celebrating 20 years of HSAs

WEX Inc.

The 20th anniversary of health savings accounts (HSAs) marks a significant milestone for these accounts, which have empowered tens of millions of Americans to save for both immediate and future medical expenses. HSAs are a consumer product and we need to be promoting it to the consumer,” said Byrd on our podcast.

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Spring Cleaning with Your Eligible Expenses

Benefit Resource Inc.

While dusting, vacuuming, and packing away winter clothes may be on the top of your spring cleaning list, have you considered reviewing your eligible expenses and utilizing your Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? Utilize resources like BRIWEB , BRIMOBILE , and Participant Services to help you navigate your benefits.