2026 CODAC Benefit Summaries and Carrier Flyers
ADVISORY | HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
Flexible Spending Accounts
A CBIZ Flexible Benefits plan is a win-win for employees by allowing them to save on federal, state, and FICA taxes for all contributions.
Employee Tax Savings Example Here’s how contributing to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) can impact an employee’s paycheck and reduce taxes. This example shows an employee earning $30,000 per year who contributes $2,500 annually to a Flex plan for medical and dependent care.
Without FSA With FSA
Annual Salary
$30,000
$30,000
Annual FSA Election
$0
$2,500
Taxable Income
$30,000
$27,500
• Dual-purpose procedures or items can be claimed for reimbursement if accompanied by a letter of medical necessity specifying the item or treatment. This letter is kept on file for one year and must be updated annually. • To ensure timely processing of claims, keep the following in mind: » A receipt must accompany a claim » Credit or debit card receipts are not acceptable » The original date of service must be on the receipt » The type of service must be on the receipt What is an FSA? An FSA allows employees to pay for certain qualified expenses with pre-tax dollars, saving employees on federal income tax, state income tax, and FICA tax. What expenses are eligible with an FSA? • Medical deductibles, dental deductibles, and the participant share of co-payments • Physical examinations, chiropractic expenses, and orthodontics • Vision expenses not fully covered by any vision plan • Uncovered prescription drugs and insulin Frequently Asked Questions
Estimated Combined Federal, State & FICA Taxes (30%)
$9,000
$8,250
After-Tax Income
$21,000
$19,250
Non-Taxable Flex Reimbursement Net “Spendable” Income
$0
$2,500
$21,000
$21,750
Annual Tax Savings
$0
$750
Helpful Information for FSA Benefits
• Claims are processed and reimbursed weekly. The account can be accessed anytime at myplans.cbiz.com. • A receipt for reimbursement requires the following:
» Item purchased or type of service provided » Date of service » Provider information » Participant responsibility
• Credit or debit card receipts and canceled checks are not acceptable receipts under IRS guidelines. • Items that are cosmetic in nature are not reimbursable under an FSA.
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