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Flexible Spending Account Contribution Limit Climbs

InterWest Insurance Services

The IRS recently announced that the annual contribution limit for flexible spending accounts will rise to $3,200 in 2024, up $150 from this year. Also, employees will be able to carry over up to $640 next year into 2025 if they have funds left over in their account, if their employer allows it (it’s optional).

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Celebrating 20 Years of Health Savings Accounts

Benefit Resource Inc.

As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), it’s time to reflect on the transformative impact this financial tool has had on healthcare and personal finance. Contributions are tax-deductible, earnings grow tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified medical expenses are also tax-free.

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Your HSA, medical FSA, and dental expense eligibility for each

WEX Inc.

For those who have health savings accounts (HSAs) or medical flexible spending accounts (FSAs) , there are opportunities to save money on these expenses. We answer a few common dental-related questions as it relates to your HSA or medical FSA. However, medical FSAs do.

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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. 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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Understanding the codes on your medical receipts

PeopleKeep

Those are actually health codes that tell you which items on your receipt are qualifying medical expenses.

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Increase Your Financial Well-Being Through Medical Savings

Benefit Resource Inc.

The cost of healthcare can be daunting, especially for those who do not have adequate insurance coverage or savings to cover medical expenses. Fortunately, there are ways to increase your financial well-being through medical savings. The HSA provides a savings mechanism to pay for out-of-pocket expenses.

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Are sunscreen and other SPF products HSA and FSA eligible?

WEX Inc.

Sunscreen can cost as much as $40 a bottle, but did you know you can actually use your health savings account (HSA) or medical flexible spending account (FSA) funds on many SPF-related expenses? Sunscreen There’s a good chance you’re planning on spending some time in the sun over the next few months.