As an employer providing health insurance benefits, it’s crucial to stay informed about changes that can impact your employees. On May 9, 2024, the IRS announced the updated 2025 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs). Understanding these adjustments will help you guide your workforce effectively and ensure your benefits packages align with the latest standards.
Key Updates for HSAs and HDHPs:
- Annual HSA Contribution Limits:
- Self-Coverage Only: The contribution limit for self-only coverage will increase to $4,300, a $150 increase from 2024.
- Family Coverage: For those with family coverage, the contribution limit will rise to $8,550, a $250 increase from the prior year.
- Catch-Up Contributions: Individuals aged 55 and older can continue to make an additional $1,000 catch-up contribution, which remains unchanged.
- Minimum Annual HDHP Deductibles:
- Self-Coverage Only: The minimum deductible for self-coverage increases by $50 to reach $1,650.
- Family Coverage: For family coverage, the minimum deductible will increase by $100, resulting in a total of $3,300.
- Maximum Annual HDHP Out-of-Pocket Expenses:
- Self-Coverage Only: The maximum out-of-pocket limit will increase to $8,300 (a $250 increase).
- Family Coverage: The limit for family coverage will reach $16,600 (a $500 increase).
- Affordable Care Act (ACA) Out-of-Pocket Limits: The IRS HDHP out-of-pocket maximums differ from those under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for non-grandfathered plans starting in 2025:
- Self-Coverage Only: ACA maximum will decrease to $9,200, a reduction of $250 from 2024.
- Family Coverage: The family coverage maximum decreases to $18,400, which is $500 less than 2024.
Navigating These Changes
These adjustments can significantly impact your employees’ financial planning and decision-making. As an employer, ensuring your workforce is well-educated about these changes can help them make informed decisions on healthcare benefits. Provide them with the resources and support needed to understand these updates and how they align with their individual needs.
If you have any questions or require assistance in assessing your health benefits strategy, we’re here to help. Connect with us to ensure your organization’s health benefits remain effective and up-to-date.
