Posts Tagged ‘HSA’
Managing Investment Accounts During Market Fluctuations
Recent headlines have been filled with news of rapid and wild fluctuations in the value of investments such as mutual funds and money market accounts, causing many people to reassess their investment portfolios to make sure they are meeting their financial goals while managing their risk tolerance. Employees who have invested Further health savings accounts…
Read MoreThree “201” Strategies for Maximizing HSAs
When it comes to health care consumerism, we have good news. Through both offline and online resources, our data shows that consumers are becoming more educated on using their health care spending dollars wisely. Consider these facts: Consumer Directed Health Plan (CDHP) participants are 39% more likely to check the price of a service before…
Read MoreLife Changes and HSAs: The Death of an Account Holder
As you present team members with their health care options, many employees may wonder what happens to these benefits after they die. It’s a tough thing to consider, but employees want to make sure that their loved ones will be taken care of. During their career, an employee may save a significant amount of money…
Read MoreLife Changes and HSAs: How to Advise Employees Turning 65
With every age comes new milestones and turning 65 is no different. Many of your team members might start thinking about retirement at this age, and even if an employee is still actively working at 65, if they have a health savings account (HSA), there are several new rules and regulations they should be aware…
Read More4 HSA Strategies for Maximizing Their Use
We get it. For your employees, being an active health care consumer and managing health savings accounts (HSAs) can be confusing, especially if utilization is infrequent. In fact, data from a Further study fielded in 2020 shows 40% of employees feel less than confident in understanding this benefit offering and how to fully leverage it.…
Read MoreHelp Your Employees Take Full Advantage of Their HSA in the New Year
It’s a new plan year for you and your employees! For some of your employees, this year may be their first time managing a health spending account (HSA). And because our data shows that 65% of consumers report using their HSA as a spending resource (with 23% stating they use their account equally for saving…
Read MoreHealth Care Finance Year in Review: 2020
When 2020 began, it’s safe to say no one could have predicted all that was to come. As individuals and organizations, we all came together to quickly pivot to keep ourselves, our families, and our communities safe. As we look back over the year, organizations and legislation has also changed to address the COVID-19 pandemic,…
Read More5 Myths About Health Savings Accounts
While many employees have stated that their overall health has become more important in the wake of COVID-19, the reality is that, for most Americans, preventive care has all but stopped since the pandemic began. From annual well-care visits to vaccinations, dental appointments, and mental health sessions, proactive care services are critical for maintaining good…
Read More3 Approaches to Connect with Clients on Health Spending Accounts
We know you have a lot on your plate as a broker You wear multiple hats and are pulled in multiple directions, often spanning the entire spectrum of employee benefits – everything from bringing forth options to troubleshooting specific employee issues. However, one constant need is the importance of having ongoing conversations with your clients.…
Read MoreWhy Employers Need Different Messaging for HDHP and PPO Members
Comprehending the complex world of health care is not for the faint of heart. There’s acronyms galore, many different provider options and according to a 2019 published study, the majority of U.S. adults (51%) reported having inadequate health insurance literacy as measured by knowledge of basic insurance terms. Perhaps even more concerning is that close…
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