When managing pre-tax health accounts such as HSAs, FSAs and HRAs, it is easy to assume that all medical expenses automatically qualify for reimbursement. However, some services and products require additional documentation before they are considered eligible. That documentation is called a Letter of Medical Necessity. If you or your employees have ever been asked...
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) provide you with a smart way to save money on healthcare and dependent care expenses (depending on the type of FSA you’re enrolled in). When you participate in an FSA, you’re putting money aside before it is taxed so you can save on eligible expenses. However, you may have a number...
Congratulations, benefits professionals! You’ve accomplished another year’s open enrollment! Whether you survived or thrived, you have an opportunity to lead your organization’s benefit evaluation. It’s time to charge full speed ahead with your open enrollment aftermath strategy. By analyzing what went right and what could be improved, you can help ensure an easier, more effective...
In 2026, the IRS explicitly warned consumers about misleading “FSA Eligible” labels, particularly from companies claiming that general wellness items like meal plans or gym memberships can be converted into medical expenses through “letters of medical necessity” obtained via online questionnaires. Retailer “FSA eligible” badges are not a legal guarantee of reimbursement. Eligibility is...
The medical mileage rate has been reduced for 2026! When an automobile is used to obtain medical care, the mileage rate may be deductible under code § 213 if it is primarily for, and essential to, the medical care. Previously $0.21/mile, it is now $0.205/mile. If you have any questions about these changes, please don’t...
For many, winter is as synonymous with snowflakes as it is with sinus problems. Fortunately, health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) cover many common winter eligible expenses you might turn to this time of year! We’ve compiled a few common seasonal issues and eligible expenses that can help. Dry nasal passages...
Medical flexible spending accounts (medical FSAs) are use-or-lose accounts. There are limits as to whether (or how much of) your employees’ FSA funds can be carried over into the next plan year. How well do your employees understand their FSA’s plan rules? If they don’t, they could risk forfeiting funds to the plan. And any...
Open enrollment performance tracking is important to make sure you have a successful period, ensuring you’re offering your employees the best possible benefits packages and creating a better system for years to come. Communication Engagement Metrics Communication engagement can provide insights into employee satisfaction and level of engagement. If an open enrollment period sees...
Open enrollment is nearly here for many of you. You’re looking to create an atmosphere where employees are engaged, eager to enroll and save money with the benefits you provide. You’ve probably read advice on how to do that, but we’ve got the data to back up a strategy, and it comes directly from your...
Over-the-Counter (OTC) medications (such as Tylenol and Flonase) are once again “qualified medical expenses” for Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts thanks to the CARES Act stimulus bill...
Some employers have asked whether they can extend the deadline for employees to file flexible spending account claims. Most plans required employees to file claims within three months of the...
The IRS announced yesterday that 2019 HSA Contributions will be accepted up to the filing deadline of July 15, 2020. The guidance was issued as a follow up to IRS...
Missing March Madness? We’ve put together an FSA-eligible expense bracket instead! Which of these eligible expenses would win your bracket?
We have received a number of questions concerning how temporary employee furloughs or reductions in hours because of the COVID-19 virus affects Cafeteria plan benefits. Click here for a general...
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As concern grows around COVID-19 (coronavirus), Advantage Administrators wants to ensure our clients, that you and our employees health and safety is our top priority. Our management team is closely...
Those with an HSA have to take a few additional steps when filing taxes. Follow our checklist to ensure you don’t miss anything. If you have an HSA, before...
All three portals (Administrator, Employer, and Consumer) and both Mobile Apps (iOS and Android) will be unavailable during the following time: Saturday, March 14, 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Midnight...
Meet our final spring intern, Abu Conteh! Abu is a senior at Wartburg majoring in Business Administration with an economics and finance concentration. He plans to attend grad school in...
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