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2016 Health Savings Accounts
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HSA Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are designed to help you save and pay for qualified medical expenses $ Deposit money into your HSA. Save on taxes. Use your HSA to pay for qualified medical expenses. Invest your savings in mutual funds. Investments are not FDIC insured, are not guaranteed by Optum Bank®, and may lose value.
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Contribution limits Amount of contribution
The IRS determines how much you can deposit into your HSA each year. Contribution rules In 2017, the limit for individuals increases to $3,400 and the limit for families remains at $6,750. Additional contribution Those 55 years of age or higher, but not yet entitled to Medicare benefits, can fund an additional $1,000/year “catch-up” contribution.
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Am I eligible to open/contribute to an HSA?
You must be enrolled in an HSA-qualified health plan to open & contribute to an HSA You are NOT eligible for an HSA if you: Are enrolled in health insurance other than an HSA- qualified health plan (including a spouse’s medical FSA)* Are enrolled in Medicare (age 65) or Tri-care Are eligible to be claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return Have received VA medical benefits in the past three months * Exceptions may apply. Please consult with your employer or tax advisor for more information on eligibility requirements.
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How an HSA helps you save
The money Steve puts into his HSA is income tax-deductible Any money Steve withdraws from his HSA to pay for qualified medical expenses is withdrawn income tax-free Steve may earn interest on his account, and it is not taxable The amount not spent during this year carries over for use in future years
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How much did Steve save? 1 In 2016, Steve deposited $6,750 into his HSA, the maximum contribution for family coverage Steve’s federal and state income tax and FICA savings for the year are $2,541* 2 Steve will withdraw $3,000 to pay for qualified medical expenses for himself and his family Steve will not have to pay income taxes on the $3,000 as long as he uses it to pay for qualified expenses 3 Steve earns interest on his account Steve does not have to pay income taxes on his interest 4 Steve will carry over $3,750 HSA dollars (contributions – expenses + account earnings) into the next year With a traditional plan, Steve wouldn’t have this carryover option, which helps him save for the future * Assumes a 25% federal tax rate, 5% state tax rate and 7.65% FICA
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HSA qualified medical expenses
Medical plan deductibles and coinsurance Medical, dental and vision care services & products Use HSA dollars to pay for qualified medical expenses for your spouse or dependents
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Other HSA-qualified medical expenses
Health coverage while receiving unemployment benefits COBRA continuation coverage Qualified long-term care Medicare premiums and out-of-pocket expenses
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Access your HSA funds Use your Optum BankSM Health Savings Account Debit MasterCard® Sign up for automatic bill pay and online banking Use HSA checks for this account Pay for an expense with personal funds and reimburse yourself from your HSA
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Using a debit card to access your HSA
Providers’ office Pharmacy Mail order pharmacy
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How do I get a second debit card?
Order online Log in to your account at optumbank.com Under the Self Service section, click on “Order debit cards” Add a new cardholder - your new card will arrive within 2 weeks
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Paying for non-qualified expenses
Any HSA funds used for purposes other than to pay for qualified medical expenses are: Taxable as income Subject to a 20% tax penalty* * The 20% tax penalty does not apply to account holders age 65 and older, those who become disabled or enroll in Medicare
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Save your receipts! Save your receipts for all qualified medical expenses Our convenient receipt vault allows you to upload receipts and store them within your HSA online Optum Bank® does not track your expenses or verify eligibility
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Managing your HSA online
Check your balance Arrange deposits from another banking account Pay bills to health care providers Reimburse yourself for qualified medical expenses paid out-of- pocket Use HSA calculators Check the contribution tracker for YTD contribution amounts Use the convenient receipt vault Manage investment activities for your HSA optumbank.com Investments are not FDIC-insured, are not guaranteed by Optum Bank®, and may lose value.
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Logging In optumbank.com
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HSA Dashboard Current and available balances
Recent or scheduled transactions Investment portfolio Statements and tax documents Investments are not FDIC insured, are not guaranteed by Optum Bank®, and may lose value.
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Paying a bill online
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Receipt vault
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How do I reimburse myself?
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Invest for the future, tax-free
No taxes on investment earnings No taxes on withdrawals for qualified medical expenses Investments are not FDIC-insured, are not guaranteed by Optum Bank®, and may lose value.
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What if you have more questions?
Call Optum Bank customer service (844) Visit optumbank.com
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HSA Forms Please turn in completed forms to Human Resources/Payroll Department Changes to contribution amounts can be made quarterly
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