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Beat the Dec. 31 flexible spending account (FSA) deadline: 10 surprising ways to spend funds before time runs out

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Monday, December 18, 2023

DALLAS, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Before you start making those New Year's resolutions, be sure to check this important item off your 2023 to-do list: Spend all remaining flexible spending account (FSA) funds before the December 31 use-it-or-lose-it deadline. To simplify this process for the 35 million Americans who are enrolled in these spending accounts, FSA Store® is sharing 10 surprising ways to spend tax-free FSA dollars in the final days of 2023.

Key Points: 
  • To simplify this process for the 35 million Americans who are enrolled in these spending accounts, FSA Store® is sharing 10 surprising ways to spend tax-free FSA dollars in the final days of 2023.
  • According to Rouleau, this is critical for consumers who need to spend funds within the calendar year in order to avoid a forfeiture.
  • 10 ways to spend FSA funds to beat the FSA deadline:
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DataPath and Health-E Commerce join forces to enhance FSA and HSA user experience with frictionless technology solutions

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

DataPath has been helping clients get where they want to grow for nearly 40 years through innovative solutions that address ever-changing market conditions.

Key Points: 
  • DataPath has been helping clients get where they want to grow for nearly 40 years through innovative solutions that address ever-changing market conditions.
  • DataPath is the only platform provider that is an end-to-end card and payment processor, and DataPath Financial Services, Inc. is an IRS-approved HSA non-bank custodian.
  • When logged in to Summit, employee participants can connect directly to FSA Store or HSA Store to spend account funds.
  • "We're proud to partner with DataPath to help consumers and employers realize greater value from their tax-advantaged healthcare accounts."

Health E-Commerce® partners with BetterHelp to make virtual mental health services available on FSA Store® and HSA Store®

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Monday, December 11, 2023

DALLAS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Access to therapy is made easier through online and virtual platforms. In the United States the percentage of adults who received mental health treatment increased to 21.6% in 2021, up from 19.2% in 2019. Now, a new partnership between Health-E Commerce®, parent brand to FSA Store® and HSA Store®, and BetterHelp will address the rising demand for mental health services across the country by making virtual professional therapy services accessible to more than 75 million Americans who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs).

Key Points: 
  • In the United States the percentage of adults who received mental health treatment increased to 21.6% in 2021, up from 19.2% in 2019.
  • Good mental health is critical to overall health and wellbeing, and by giving people who shop at FSA Store and HSA Store easy access to BetterHelp, we are removing barriers to care for individuals and families across the country.
  • "We are delighted to partner with BetterHelp so that FSA and HSA users can benefit better from their tax-free healthcare funds."
  • "By partnering with Health-E Commerce, we hope to expand access to mental health services, because everyone deserves to be happy."

Treat yourself and improve personal health during the "12 Days of Tech" sale from FSA Store® and HSA Store®

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Americans like technology and gadgets. Consider the fact that adults in the United States spent an estimated $450 billion on wellness products and services in 2022, while 1 in 3 adults say they use high-tech health devices. But what most consumers don't know is that they can use flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) funds to treat themselves to digital health products that will support everyday health and help manage specific health needs. That's why FSA Store® and HSA Store® will host a "12 Days of Tech" sale starting December 4 to help more than 75 million Americans who are enrolled in FSAs and HSAs use tax-free funds to indulge their personal health. This sale has the added benefit of helping FSA users avoid forfeiting tax-free FSA funds to the annual December 31 use-it-or-lose-it spending deadline.

Key Points: 
  • But what most consumers don't know is that they can use flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) funds to treat themselves to digital health products that will support everyday health and help manage specific health needs.
  • This sale has the added benefit of helping FSA users avoid forfeiting tax-free FSA funds to the annual December 31 use-it-or-lose-it spending deadline.
  • "The 12 Days of Tech sale is an easy way to shop for fun, guaranteed-eligible, digital health products with the added bonus of helping FSA users spend remaining funds before the year-end deadline.
  • Use our comprehensive, searchable FSA or HSA eligibility list and visit our FSA Learning Center for more deadline tips.

Health-E Commerce partners® with łURA to make Oura Ring available on FSA Store® and HSA Store®

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tracking daily biometrics and vital signs has become a cornerstone of an effective healthcare routine. And now, a new partnership between Health-E Commerce® and łURA, the company behind Oura Ring, the revolutionary smart ring that delivers accurate, personalized health data, insights, and daily guidance into sleep, activity, readiness, and recovery, will give millions of Americans who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) easier access to purchase the ultra-popular Oura Ring Horizon with their tax-free healthcare dollars on FSA Store® and HSA Store®.

Key Points: 
  • "By making Oura Ring Horizon available on FSA Store and HSA Store, we're increasing eligibility awareness among account holders and giving them easy access to devices that can elevate their health."
  • Oura Ring delivers powerful health insights in a sleek, lightweight design that conforms to any lifestyle.
  • Oura Ring adapts to an individual's health and wellbeing needs over time and provides personalized guidance that enables them to adjust their routines and achieve their goals.
  • "We're proud to partner with Health-E Commerce to improve access to Oura Ring for those enrolled in FSAs and HSAs."

In light of newly announced IRS contribution limits, Health-E Commerce® shares five little-known facts about flexible spending accounts

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Friday, November 10, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- More than 35 million Americans who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) will be able to contribute more money to these tax-advantaged accounts in 2024, based on the newly announced contribution limit from the Internal Revenue Service. In light of the increase, Health-E Commerce®, parent brand to FSAstore.com® – the first and leading online store dedicated to exclusively selling FSA-eligible products – is educating account holders on the following little-known facts that will help them make the most of their FSA in the coming year.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- More than 35 million Americans who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) will be able to contribute more money to these tax-advantaged accounts in 2024, based on the newly announced contribution limit from the Internal Revenue Service.
  • An FSA is a tax-advantaged account that consumers can enroll in through their employer-sponsored benefits program.
  • Employees can contribute to the account through pre-tax payroll contributions and any employer contributions are also tax favored.
  • This reduces the employee's taxable income and helps them pay for a wide range of expenses.

FSA vs. HSA: Health-E Commerce® releases frequently asked questions to help consumers find their best fit during benefits open enrollment

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The annual benefits open enrollment period is here, and in the coming months, individuals and families across the country will choose the benefits that will protect their needs in 2024. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) are an important part of that equation for more than 70 million Americans, and to help consumers make the best choices for their future health and wellbeing, Health-E Commerce® is offering free FSA and HSA education, tips, and online tools.

Key Points: 
  • Contributions reduce the account holder's taxable income and withdrawals are not taxed, if funds are used for qualified expenses.
  • An FSA can only be opened through an employer during the benefits enrollment period or if there is a qualifying event to allow a mid-year election.
  • Employee FSA contributions are made with pre-tax payroll contributions, but employers can also make post-tax contributions to the employee FSA.
  • To help account holders avoid potential FSA forfeitures, FSA Store offers free FSA Deadline Alerts that remind consumers when their personal deadline is approaching.

Frictionless technology integrations from Health-E Commerce® simplify flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts, improving utilization and satisfaction

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Health-E Commerce®, parent brand to FSA Store® and HSA Store®, has announced that its suite of technology integrations that are designed to reduce friction and simplify the experience for more than 75 million people who are enrolled in FSAs and HSAs is seeing growing adoption by leading third-party administrators (TPAs). The suite of technology capabilities, which include Single Sign-on™, Balance Display™, and the patent-pending DirectPay™ integrate seamlessly and securely into employee benefits portals, reducing HR burden and improving the employee account experience.

Key Points: 
  • The way people shop is changing, and so are their expectations for payment options.
  • This eliminates password churn for participants and customer support teams, and gives users easy access to manage multiple accounts across partner platforms.
  • This improves the user experience, increases participant engagement in their health and benefits, and supports the corporate health and benefits goals of employers.
  • Balance Display allows participants to see their balance in real time as they shop on FSA Store or HSA Store.

First Dollar partners with Health-E Commerce® to create frictionless shopping experience for FSA, HSA users

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

First Dollar is among the first platforms to integrate new, patent-pending technology solutions from Health-E Commerce, parent brand to FSA Store® and HSA Store®, to create a frictionless shopping experience for Health Wallet users.

Key Points: 
  • First Dollar is among the first platforms to integrate new, patent-pending technology solutions from Health-E Commerce, parent brand to FSA Store® and HSA Store®, to create a frictionless shopping experience for Health Wallet users.
  • Consumer confusion is high when it comes to eligible items and substantiation rules for tax-free healthcare accounts.
  • Unfortunately, this confusion often prevents consumers from opening or fully utilizing their benefit accounts, and it can negatively impact benefits re-enrollment for employers.
  • Meanwhile, developers will be able to leverage the Health Wallet Platform's APIs to integrate the platform and marketplace directly.

Health-E Commerce® partners with Medical Guardian™ to make medical alert devices available on FSA Store and HSA Store

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- You can't put a price tag on peace of mind, but millions of Americans who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) can now use these tax-free healthcare funds to pay for monitoring devices that deliver reassurance and safety. Thanks to a new partnership between Health-E Commerce® and Medical Guardian™ individuals and families can receive a discount on select Medical Guardian devices and one year of membership when shopping on FSA Store® and HSA Store®.

Key Points: 
  • Thanks to a new partnership between Health-E Commerce® and Medical Guardian™ individuals and families can receive a discount on select Medical Guardian devices and one year of membership when shopping on FSA Store® and HSA Store®.
  • Medical Guardian's personal emergency response systems empower people to live confidently with the reassurance that help is at their fingertips.
  • The FSA Store and HSA store eligible discount includes the popular Home 2.0 and the Mini Guardian.
  • To purchase Medical Guardian devices with FSA or HSA funds, visit FSAstore.com or HSAstore.com .