The total cost for being hospitalized with Covid-19 ranges between $38,221 and almost $1 million. Like any medical issue, this range depends on many factors, including: where you’re receiving treatment, the severity of your case, and how long you stay in the hospital.
A survey of 1,000 randomly selected U.S. Adults was conducted to gauge physical and financial health decisions across the U.S. Rising healthcare cost, and the short-term financial impact from COVID-19, have reinforced healthcare as a top priority for employees. Read the full report.
On May 10, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service announced the 2022 HSA contribution limits. For 2022, HSA-eligible account holders are allowed to contribute $3,650 for individual coverage and $7,300 for family coverage. Both coverage levels are a $50 increase for individuals and $100 for families from 2021 HSA contribution limits. If you are 55 years or older, you’re still eligible to contribute an extra $1,000 catch-up contribution.
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If you’re healthy, you actually need to save more. And regardless of where you fall on the healthy spectrum, the truth is: Americans are living longer and the cost of healthcare is rising. And this trend is expected to continue. So what can you do about it? First, understand what this cost estimate entails.
What if you used your HSA to save for retirement? That’s precisely the investment advice many wealth managers are giving. And if that’s your approach, then you'll want as much of your HSA funds invested in the market as possible. So you can earn as much money as possible. Which means any fees or minimum investment thresholds could cost you thousands of dollars in the long run.
In response to findings from the 2020 HSA Spend Report, Lively gathered a panel of experts to guide employers and brokers through HSA spending trends amidst the pandemic, regulatory changes affecting HSAs and FSAs, and the ways that an HSA and qualifying health plan can lower healthcare costs, increase benefits satisfaction, and address benefits instability. We also offered recommendations for preparing and adapting 2022 benefits packages according to recent healthcare trends.
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