Did you recently elect to participate in a medical flexible spending account (FSA)? If you’re a first-time medical FSA participant, you may not be familiar with FSA definitions and rules. We’ve provided a list of the top things a first-time medical FSA participant should be aware of to take full advantage of their FSA. ...
The season for filing taxes is upon us once again. We’re getting closer to the deadline for filing for 2025. We wanted to share a few tips and reminders about the health savings account (HSA) information you’ll need for your tax return. These will help you get organized and prepared for easy and successful filing....
Saving, investing and retirement planning. These are just three of the perks you’ll experience when you participate in a health savings account (HSA). To be eligible for an HSA, there are only a few requirements, with two of the big ones being that you must be covered by a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), and you...
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...
Although it’s still early in the year, it’s important to make sure your FSA dollars are getting used, so you don’t have to rush to spend a remainder at the end of the year. Here are a few ideas on what you can use your FSA on:
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