This month, Gina answers whether a participant can be reimbursed for a breast reduction procedure.
Question of the month: Can I get HSA reimbursement for dependent expenses after he is no longer a dependent?
We are big proponents of saving HSA dollars for future medical expenses, so this question caught our eye. The answer is fairly cut and dry, but with all things alphabet soup, there are some caveats.
Question of the month: What are the rules for HSA/FSA eligible expenses?
The list of eligible expenses for HSA & FSA reimbursement is long, but here are some general guidelines to follow.
Update: Telemedicine benefits need attention for COBRA compliance & beyond
Gina learned so much more about telemedicine benefits when she went to a recent TPA conference. Here’s our updated post with all her findings – and spoiler – the alphabet soup ramifications go way beyond COBRA notices.
April Question of the Month: Are alcohol and drug treatments eligible expenses?
Can a participant receive a reimbursement from an HSA or FSA for alcohol and drug treatment?
No yawning allowed: plan documents & SPDs are riveting…and required
While the topic may seem a bit of a snooze, ignoring plan document and SPD requirements in alphabet soup programs could be a wake up call in the form of potential penalties.
Pros and Cons of FSAs, HRAs and HSAs
When it comes to pre-tax benefit programs, there is no one-size-fits-all. Here’s an overview of the pluses and minuses of FSAs, HRAs and HSAs to get the conversation started.
April Question(s) of the Month: Why would you enroll in a Limited Purpose Health FSA & what can you use it for?
A Limited Health FSA can dovetail nicely with an HSA, providing more pre-tax benefits. This month, Gina explores how it works and what expenses are eligible for reimbursement.
Question of the month: Are yoga classes and massage sessions HSA eligible expenses?
Our Alphabet Soup Expert, Gina Marken, answers this month’s burning question: Are yoga and massage HSA eligible expenses?