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Let Health Products for You explain the difference between FSA & HSA accounts.
FSA vs HAS or HSA vs FSA? We get asked about that a lot and understandably it’s confusing, as FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account) are closely related.
Both are tax-saving programs that cut your medical expenses on qualified medical expenses and items.
However, there are some significant differences between FSA vs HSA, and understanding the nuances of each account is crucial to maximizing your savings.
At HPFY, our team lists these FSA vs HSA differences in one clear chart for your convenience.
Account Type | FSA | HSA |
---|---|---|
Annual Contribution Limit | $3050 | $3850-$7750 |
Rollover | No | Yes |
Self-employed eligible | No | Yes |
Requires HDHP | No | Yes |
Childcare eligible | Yes | No |
Interest earned | No | Yes |
The HSA contribution range refers to $3850 for an individual and $7750 for a family account. An HSA account, unlike FSA, requires you to have a high deductible health plan (HDHP). The self-employed can have an FSA but not an HSA account which is employer-provided and earns an interest income. Conversely, childcare is one of the FSA eligible items but not an HSA-eligible one.
As we approach the end of the year, the question of HSA / FSA rollover looms large! Perhaps the most important difference is the end of year and any rollover. While HSA rolls over into the next year, FSA does not rollover. Your FSA dollars need to be spent by the end of the year – or you lose it. At HPFY, our FSA store has a range of great FSA eligible items for you to choose and buy from. Visit FSA Qualified Healthcare Categories so you won’t lose your valuable FSA dollars but also use it smartly!
Yes, as long as they are medically eligible both plans cover approved products.
Not with FSA as there is no FSA rollover. However, an HSA account can roll over into the next year.
An HSA account is owned by the employee whereas an FSA account is technically owned by the employer. Your HSA account can be taken to a new job.
It depends. If your employer offers a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) an HSA may be more appropriate, but if you need childcare an FSA may be more appropriate.
Sort of. Once you set your FSA up to be a Dependent Care FSA to cover qualified childcare expenses, you can set up a separate FSA for qualified medical purposes depending on your company’s plan.
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Kevin Cleary has been a Health Products For You contributor for many years and has a degree in marketing. His health and wellness journey has a very personal meaning and has guided him in his content writing for HPFY.
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