Health savings accounts have grown to more than $14.1 billion in assets, representing 7.1 million accounts through June 30, according to research from broker/dealer Devenir.

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Provisions in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (PPACA) that have attracted little attention up till now could give health insurers and employers incentives to reduce the number of products and plan options they offer.