Can I pay for COBRA premium with my HSA?

by | May 18, 2018 | COBRA, HSA

Generally speaking, most insurance premiums cannot be covered by an HSA; they are not included on the eligible expense list published by the IRS. However, there are a few exceptions. According to IRS publication 969: “Insurance premiums. You can’t treat insurance...

Can I contribute to my HSA while on COBRA?

by | May 18, 2018 | COBRA, HSA

The answer depends on the type of insurance coverage you have while on COBRA. As long as you are enrolled in a qualified high deductible health plan, you can make contributions. That is one of the stipulations for opening and contributing to an HSA. When it comes to...

Does my employer offer COBRA insurance

by | May 14, 2018 | COBRA

COBRA insurance is generally required for private-sector employers (with a group health plan) that employ at least 20 individuals for more than 50 percent of its business days during the previous calendar year. COBRA also applies to group health plans sponsored by...

COBRA Penalties

by | May 14, 2018 | COBRA

IRS Code §4980B(e)(2)(B). Excise tax penalties of up to $200 per day may be assessed by the IRS for each day on which a plan fails to comply with COBRA. Excise taxes must be self-reported on IRS Form 8928.  ERISA §502(c)(1)(a). Statutory penalties of up to $110 per...
2020 HSA Contribution Limits

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS)  has released the 2020 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Contribution limits, minimum deductibles, and the maximum for out-of-pocket expenses all go up next calendar year.

2020 HSA Contribution Limits

Starting January 1, 2020, annual maximum contribution levels will rise for both individual and family coverage. Account holders with individual coverage will be able to contribute $3,550, a $50 increase from 2019. Those with family coverage may contribute up to $7,100, a $100 increase from 2019.

Minimum Deductible for HDHPs

The IRS also raised the minimum deductible for qualified high deductible health plans (HDHPs). In 2020, the individual coverage minimum deductible is $1,400, up $50; the family coverage minimum deductible goes up to $2,800, a $100 increase.

Maximum for Out-of-Pocket Expenses 

The maximum limit for out-of-pocket expenses is going up in 2020, as well. Those with individual coverage will have a $6,900 limit, a $150 increase. Account holders with family coverage see a $300 increase to $13,800.

Catch Up Contributions

The 2020 catch up contribution limit remains the same, at $1,000, for those 55 years of age and older.

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