HSA card There are numerous school-related medical costs that arise each September, many of which most employees don’t realize can be offset with proper planning—and a Health Savings Account (HSA). (Photo: Shutterstock)

Back-to-school time is in the forefront of our employees’ minds. How can we, as their benefits providers, help them prepare for these expenses? There are numerous school-related medical costs that arise each September, many of which most employees don’t realize can be offset with proper planning—and a Health Savings Account (HSA).  It’s time to get our staff financially ready for the medical exams, school physicals, nurse supply kits and home essentials that come with a new school year.

HSAs are an employee benefit that allow for pre-tax dollars to be used to pay for eligible medical expenses. These accounts can help save significant amounts of money. Here is a list of all the back-to-school items that fit within the eligibility criteria for HSAs.

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