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HSAs and Tax Savings

HSAs and Tax Savings

Setting aside money in a Health Savings Account (HSA) can help you financially prepare for medical expenses while also taking advantage of significant tax savings. Unlike Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), any unused funds in an HSA at the end of the year roll over...
Affordable Care Act and Cost Sharing Reduction

Affordable Care Act and Cost Sharing Reduction

Affordable Care Act and Cost Sharing Reduction The Affordable Care Act (ACA) offers two types of subsidies to help reduce insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs. The first is Federal Premium Subsidies, which is an advance tax credit that lowers the cost...
FEHB Open Season FAQs: What You Need to Know

FEHB Open Season FAQs: What You Need to Know

Open Season for the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program an important time for governmental employees. To help you navigate this period, we’ve put together answers to frequently asked questions. If you still have questions, feel free to contact a United...
2024 Open Season

2024 Open Season

Key Dates for FEHB and PSHB Open Season The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) open season for changing existing plans, or adjusting levels and types of coverage, runs from November 11 to December 9. This period applies...
How to Appeal Your Part B Premium

How to Appeal Your Part B Premium

Not everyone has the same premium for their Medicare Part B Insurance. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) sets a standard premium each year, which is what the majority of beneficiaries pay. However, about 8% of people actually pay a higher premium...