Employers may be switching to HDHPs and HSAs, but there are still some barriers to employees embracing the change. A lack of understanding and confusion about cost shifting are among the factors in non-adoption. TPAs and brokers, as front line experts for consumer directed healthcare, have the tools and knowledge to deliver greater HSA adoption … More >>
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), coupled with a high deductible health plan, were designed to help make healthcare more affordable and give people more freedom in their personal healthcare decisions. Another advantage of the account is the ability to use it in retirement. Due to generous tax advantages, friendly contribution options, and investment opportunities, more people … More >>
Think about this – you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) and a 401(k) through your employer. HSAs are generally thought of as a vehicle for healthcare savings – because it’s in the name – while most people understand that a 401k is used for retirement. A lot of people wonder though, which account should … More >>
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published the 2021 rates for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) on Wednesday, May 20. The 2021 HSA contribution limits have increased as well as the maximum out-of-pocket limits for high deductible health plans. Learn more below. 2021 HSA Contribution Limits For 2021, the HSA contribution limits have increased due to inflation. … More >>
Today’s healthcare consumers have more choice than ever when it comes to healthcare benefits. However, research suggests they are not utilizing those benefits as effectively as they could, in large part due to lack of knowledge and understanding about them. For third party administrators, understanding where the gaps exist and providing solutions to address them … More >>
In response to the ongoing COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, Congress and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have taken some key steps to ease specific concerns about taxes and healthcare benefits. Learn more about the 2020 tax deadline extension, HSA contribution extension, and HDHP updates for coronavirus treatments. 2020 Tax Deadline Extended by 3 Months The IRS … More >>
New DataPath whitepaper examines how third party administrators can spur HSA adoption and remedy the financial fears of employees LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS (March 10, 2020) – DataPath, Inc., a leading technology solutions provider for consumer directed healthcare benefits administration, has published a whitepaper titled, “How to Spur HSA Adoption and Ease the Financial Worries of … More >>
On Friday, March 20, the Treasury Secretary announced the 2020 tax filing deadline was extended from April 15 to July 15. It’s everyone’s “favorite” time of the year – tax season! If you’re wondering how to handle your HSA expenses at tax time, we’ve got the information you need about taxes, HSA tax forms, and … More >>
Benefits brokers and consultants are in prime position to help their clients reshape and take a proactive approach to employee benefits. Historically, employee benefits strategies have focused on traditional healthcare and retirement offerings, but today’s employees expect a broader and more flexible benefits package.
Mental health currently represents one of the biggest healthcare challenges in the U.S. It is estimated that: One out of every five adults in the U.S. experiences a mental illness at some point in their lives Nearly 10 million adults live with a serious mental illness One-half of all chronic mental illnesses begin by the … More >>
The federal government recognizes the strain of healthcare costs on Americans. To help ease this burden they created tools like Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), which allow healthcare consumers on high deductible health plans to set aside tax-free money to pay for medical expenses. But, as with any tax-advantaged financial tool, there is a limit on … More >>
In a new spending bill approved last week, the controversial Cadillac Tax has been permanently repealed. On December 17, 2019, the House of Representatives passed an appropriations bill that approved federal funding for 2020, repealed the Cadillac Tax, and extended PCORI, among other things. The Senate approved two days later, and then on Friday, December … More >>
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS (December 12, 2019) – DataPath, Inc., a leading developer of technology solutions for employer-sponsored benefits administration, announced today the release of a whitepaper titled, “Addressing Education Gaps is Key to TPA Growth.” In the whitepaper, DataPath summarizes findings from a survey they conducted in August 2019 that focuses on employees and their … More >>
In the healthcare world, a deductible is the amount consumers must pay out-of-pocket before their health insurance coverage begins paying for covered medical services. That’s why, assuming your plan offers choices, selecting the right deductible amount is an important decision. If you own a Health Savings Account (HSA), it’s vital that you know the impact … More >>
During enrollment season, people who own a Health Savings Account (HSA), or have recently opened one, wonder, “How much should I contribute to my HSA?” HSAs are a unique tax-advantaged tool for healthcare consumers to pay for qualified healthcare expenses. Understanding how funding works with this account is key to answering the contribution question. HSA … More >>