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FSA eligible expenses — what purchases count?

Business Management Daily

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. Here is what you need to know to figure out if an expense is FSA eligible.

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It’s National Sunglasses Day

Benefit Resource Inc.

In honor of National Sunglasses Day, we wanted to highlight eligible vision expenses you can pay for with your pre-tax accounts. As an overview, a pre-tax account is a type of benefit your employer may offer to help you cover out-of-pocket expenses. There are a variety of different plans and accounts available.

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Flu season is here- are you ready?

Benefit Resource Inc.

If not, it is an eligible expense under a Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) and most Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA).) Pharmacies housed in large retailers like Walgreens, CVS and RiteAid often offer immunizations and they accept most insurance.

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The intersection of health, technology and benefits

Benefit Resource Inc.

From diagnostics and monitoring devices to wearables, the IRS has made sure there is a way for everyone to support their health with technology this season. What can your tax-free health account get you this year? Health technology pick: A glowing complexion. Or your Health Savings Account*).

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There’s More! Tri-Agencies Provide Clarifying Guidance on Group Health Plan Coverage of Over-the-Counter At-Home COVID-19 Tests

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

Under this limited non-enforcement policy, plans could, under certain circumstances, limit the amount reimbursed for at-home COVID-19 tests obtained from non-network retailers to the lesser of $12 per test or the actual test cost. Fraud and Abuse.

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How to find the best PEO for small businesses: 5 Non-Negotiables

Genesis HR Solutions

This voluntary certification means the organization meets certain requirements regarding tax compliance, experience, business location, financial reporting, bonding, and other things. Certified PEOs take on additional responsibilities with regard to payroll administration, federal employment tax reporting, and payments of their clients.

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One dozen ways to save $100 before Open Enrollment

Benefit Resource Inc.

I’m here to tell you a secret: Even if you make under $30,000 a year, you can still have money for your company’s health insurance plan and for a plan that can save you on taxes. Like a Health Savings Account or a Flexible Spending Account ). Only eat out once a month.