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“Free” COVID tests are causing headaches for employers

Business Management Daily

We’ve written many times about the tax code’s prohibition on double-dipping — getting a double tax benefit on the same tax item, like taking a deduction and a tax credit for the same wages paid to the same employee. But the principle also applies if employees have flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.

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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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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. Healthcare FSA. The most commonly used FSA is the healthcare FSA. Healthcare FSAs.

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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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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? Or your Health Savings Account*). More accurate monitoring.

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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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