Health Care Savings Account Springfield, IL
A health care savings account, or HSA, is a type of savings account that allows you to put away money for qualified medical expenses on a pre-tax basis. Since HSA funds are untaxed, you may often be able to lower your overall healthcare costs. HSAs are popularly used to pay for coinsurance, copayments, deductibles, and other expenses. However, they usually cannot be used to pay premiums.
We accept HSAs at Modern Dental of Springfield in Springfield and the surrounding area. Call us today at (217) 321-4552 to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services.
How an HSA Works
An HSA is a type of savings account that is only applicable for qualifying health care expenses. It complements a high-deductible health plan, or HDHP, to help control health care costs. Unlike FSAs, patients own and control all the money in an HSA. There are certain qualifying factors one must meet to open up an HSA. Patients must be under the age of 65 and have an HDHP as their only health insurance.
HSAs may be offered through employers, or patients may start an account independently through their bank or another financial institution. Patients must not be able to be claimed as a dependent on someone else's taxes or have received veteran's benefits within the last three months. They also cannot have a health care flexible spending account (FSA) or health reimbursement account (HRA).
“An HSA is a type of savings account that can only be used for qualifying health care expenses.”
HSA Pros and Cons
HSAs offer several benefits. People can withdraw money to pay for procedures, deductibles, copayments, or other medical expenses. Any money left in the account at the end of the year will roll over into the next year. Even if a person's health care coverage changes due to a change in jobs, as long as they continue with a high-deductible plan, funds in the account continue to grow, tax-free. If a person changes jobs, they can enroll in a new healthcare plan and maintain access to their existing HSA, even if the new healthcare plan does not qualify. Additionally, most people can use a debit card or checks to access their funds easily.
HSAs also have some disadvantages that people should consider. One of the biggest downsides to an HSA involves the requirement to have a health insurance plan with a high deductible. Although this coverage offers lower premiums, high deductibles often become hard to come up with if facing a significant medical issue. With increasing costs of health care premiums and deductibles, it may be challenging to add more money to one's health savings account. Some people with high deductibles hesitate to see the doctor to seek treatment due to the high costs. They may feel as if they must keep the money in their HSA to save for retirement — thus putting off important medical care.
“If a person changes jobs, they can enroll in a new healthcare plan and maintain access to their existing HSA, even if the new healthcare plan does not qualify.”
Tax Advantages of an HSA
Enrollees do not have to pay taxes on any money put into or taken out of an HSA, giving them several tax benefits. Moreover, if the HSA is offered through an employer, the enrollee can potentially save more taxes on their paycheck by making pre-tax payroll contributions.
They may also earn tax-free interest on their HSA funds, and, unlike FSA funds, HSA funds do not expire. Instead, they roll over on an annual basis. Furthermore, all HSA funds are available for penalty-free use once the enrollee turns 65 years of age.
“Enrollees do not have to pay taxes on any money put into or taken out of an HSA, giving them several tax benefits.”
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HSAs and Dental Services
While HSAs do not typically cover cosmetic dental services, they do cover routine procedures, such as checkups and cleanings. HSAs also tend to cover any dental procedures deemed medically necessary, including various preventative and diagnostic procedures. Common examples include bonding, crowns, dentures, extractions, fillings, and root canals.
However, patients may need to pay a copay, even with an HSA on their side. As such, it is best practice for enrollees to contact their employer and insurer with any questions or concerns they may have about their plan.
“While HSAs do not typically cover cosmetic dental services, they do cover routine procedures, such as checkups and cleanings.”
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Treatments Covered by an HSA
Dental services and HSA eligibility can vary; however, some common and necessary dental procedures are eligible. HSAs cover treatments that diagnose, treat, mitigate, cure, and prevent disease. HSAs cover most dental treatments deemed medically necessary, such as:
- Regular cleanings and routine visits
- Fillings
- Root canals
- Extractions
- Crowns
- Dentures and bonding
Even with an HSA, there may be a copayment for the patient. HSAs do not cover cosmetic dental treatments such as teeth whitening or regular dental expenses, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, and mouthwash.
“HSAs cover treatments that diagnose, treat, mitigate, cure, and prevent disease.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I use my HSA funds on non-medical-related expenses?
A. Yes. However, using your HSA funds on non-eligible expenses will require you to be taxed on said expenses, as the initial contributions went tax-free. You may also face a 20% tax penalty if you are under the age of 65.
Q. Can I have more than one HSA?
A. Yes. Though you cannot have an HSA in conjunction with an FSA or HRA, you can open as many HSA accounts as you want. However, annual IRS contribution limits may still apply.
Q. What is the monthly or annual fee for an HSA?
A. The monthly fee for an HSA tends to be less than $5 a month, or around $30 a year. However, many HSAs do not require monthly payments, and others may waive or reduce these fees if enrollees maintain a minimum balance.
Q. What is the difference between an FSA and an HSA?
A. FSA funds are available on a "use-it-or-lose-it" basis, while HSA funds carry over from year to year. HSA funds are also entirely in the enrollee's control, meaning they stay with the enrollee even when they change jobs or move to a different state.
Q. What happens to my HSA when I change health insurance policies?
A. Since your HSA funds are entirely yours, your HSA will remain unchanged even if you change your health insurance plan. However, you will only be eligible to make future contributions to your HSA if you choose a qualifying plan.
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HSA can help you lower the costs of dental treatment. Our team at Modern Dental of Springfield can help. Call us today at 217-321-4552 to learn more about our services or schedule an appointment.
Helpful Related Links
- American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Clinical Terms. 2026
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2026
- WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2026
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