Complete these 5 steps to set up your Health Savings Account (HSA).
For your convenience detailed instructions are also
available in a PDF file.
Note: If you are an employee, you may want to check your employers
benefits offerings.
Step 1. Obtain an HSA qualified high deductible health plan (HDHP)**.
The following minimum must apply to all medical expenses:
Individual Coverage $1,100* (2008)
Family Coverage $2,200* (2008)
The sum of annual deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses cannot exceed:
Individual Coverage $5,600* (2008)
Family Coverage $11,200* (2008)
* Minimum deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses are indexed annually.
** Contact your health insurance provider to verify that your plan is a qualified
HDHP.