Health Savings Account
A Health Savings Account (HSA) helps you save for current and future healthcare expenses. It can be used for copays, deductibles and other health-related purchases like eye exams and glasses. Your Health Savings Account can be set up through your Bank of Choice.
Watch this video to learn more about Health Savings Account
HSA BASICS
- It is a bank account that you open and own. You decide when and where to spend your HSA money.
- The money you put into your HSA is yours no matter what. Even if you leave, the money is still yours to use on future healthcare expenses.
- The money is not taxed. Pre-tax dollars are added to your account through payroll and the money you spend on eligible costs is never taxed. You also do not pay taxes on money you make on investments.
- The money in your account rolls over. The money saved to your HSA stays in the account from year to year, and you never lose it!
HSA ELIGIBILITY
- You MUST be enrolled in a qualified high deductible health plan
- You CANNOT be enrolled in another health plan elsewhere
- Spouse’s employer-sponsored non-qualified HDHP
- Individual health plan
- Medicare enrollment
- Retiree military benefit plan (e.g. TRICARE)
HOW AN HSA WORKS
First, you need to be enrolled in a qualified HDHP plan. You will need to open an HSA through your bank of choice, and once you do, you can begin to save money to that account. The government sets limits on the maximum amount of money you can save with your HSA each year. This amount depends on whether you have healthcare coverage for yourself or your family.
Decide the amount you want to save for the year. Good news, you can change this amount at any time!
The money you choose to save is deducted directly from your paycheck and is not taxed.
You can also get money for your HSA from other people, including your employer.
2025 HSA CONTRIBUTIONS & LIMITS
Employee Only
IRS HSA Contribution Limit:
$4,300
Company Contribution:
$300
Your Max Contribution:
$4,000
Employee + Spouse
IRS HSA Contribution Limit:
$8,550
Company Contribution:
$300
Your Max Contribution:
$8,250
Employee + Child(ren)
IRS HSA Contribution Limit:
$8,550
Company Contribution:
$300
Your Max Contribution:
$8,250
Employee + Family
IRS HSA Contribution Limit:
$8,550
Company Contribution:
$300
Your Max Contribution:
$8,250
Catch-up Amount: $1,000
If you are age 55 or older and are eligible to add money to your HSA, you can add money above the regular limits, referred to as a “catch-up” contribution.
PRORATED HSA EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION
For 2024, Fineline will be prorating the amount a newly enrolling employee will receive in their HSA.
This includes both new hires and existing employees joining the plan due to a Qualifying Life Event.
The prorated amount will be based on the month the plan is effective.
Please see the chart to the right to determine what employer contribution amount you will receive and take this into consideration when determining your personal contribution.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who decides if the money I spend from my HSA is for a “qualified healthcare expense?”
You are responsible for spending your HSA money on eligible expenses. It is also your responsibility to keep receipts showing that your HSA money was used on those expenses. You should keep these receipts with your tax filings for each year, so you can show proof in case you are audited. To view a complete list of eligible expenses, visit IRS.gov and look for Publication 502.
I have an HSA but no longer have a High Deductible Health Plan. Can I still use the money for medical expenses tax-free?
YES. There is no time limit on using the money if it is for eligible healthcare expenses.
Can I use my HSA to pay for medical expenses I had before I set up my account?
NO. If you have not set up your account, you should do so as soon as possible.
Can I use my HSA to pay for medical expenses for a family member?
YES. You can use your HSA money to pay for the expenses for yourself, your spouse, or a dependent (except an adult child) without getting a tax penalty. This is true, even if he or she is not covered by a High Deductible Health Plan.
Can I use my HSA to pay for medical services provided in other countries?
YES. However, make sure that the medical services you are receiving are eligible expenses. Elective surgery, for example, may not be considered an eligible expense.
Can I pay my health insurance premiums with my HSA?
MAYBE. You can pay your health insurance premiums with money from your HSA only if you are collecting federal or state unemployment benefits, or you have COBRA coverage through a former employer.
How do I use my HSA to pay my doctor at the time of service?
There are no pre-deductible copays or coinsurance, so you should not be expected to pay any out-of-pocket amount at the time of service. Instead, you should request that the charge be billed through your insurance. This will likely result in a lower bill and ensure the charge is applied to your deductible. You will then receive a bill from your doctor and an Explanation of Benefits (EOB). You can pay this bill with the money from your HSA.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE CARE LINE
Care Line is an NFP-sponsored program that is staffed by dedicated professionals to help you understand the benefit options made available to you. Whether you have concerns about a recent claim or bill, finding an in-network doctor or just some guidance on which medical plan is right for you and your family, the Care Line can help educate and advocate. The Care Line is available to all employees and children over 18 who are enrolled on the benefit plan.
Contact the Care Line at (844) 717-8777, or you can submit your questions at callthecareline.com.
The Care Line is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 7:00 pm (EST).