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13. Chapter 15: Healthcare Reform—Individual Health Insurance Coverages/Health savings accounts
13. Chapter 15: Healthcare Reform—Individual Health Insurance Coverages Illustration
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Health savings accounts

01.Core Concepts

The account holder can withdraw money from the HSA tax-free for medical costs An HSA investment account in a qualified plan receives favorable tax treatment Proponents argue that HSAs can help keep healthcare costs down because consumers will be more sensitive to costs, will avoid unnecessary services, and will shop around Critics argue that HSAs will encourage insureds to forego preventative care ‹#›