Health Savings Account (HSA)
When it comes to health care, it pays to plan ahead, and one of the best ways to save money is by contributing to a health savings account (HSA).
An HSA is like a 401(k) or individual retirement account (IRA) for health care expenses:
- Your HSA provides tax advantages that you can use for medical and prescription drug expenses today, or save for future use.
- You fully own your HSA, including AutoNation’s contributions. Your funds roll over annually, travel with you if you leave or retire, and unlike an FSA, never expire.
- You can use your pre-tax HSA account to cover eligible expenses such as medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and certain over-the-counter items now, or you can let your balance grow by continuing to contribute and earning interest on your balance.
- You automatically earn interest on your HSA balance via the Voya Interest Program.
- Once you have $1,000 in your account, you can invest your money to help potentially grow your balance even more. You’ll have the option to invest in mutual funds selected by Voya’s in-house Investment Management team. As with any investments, there are risks; make sure to fully explore those risks before choosing to invest your balance.
You Get a Triple Tax-Free Advantage
- Contributions to your HSA are exempt from federal income taxes and from most state income taxes. When you contribute through pre-tax payroll deductions, dollars flow into your HSA account tax-free to build your savings faster.
- Interest and investment income that your HSA earns accumulate tax-free, so your HSA balance grows faster, even at modest rates of return.
- Qualified withdrawals from your HSA also are tax-free, unlike withdrawals from other savings vehicles, like IRAs or 401(k) accounts. Every dollar you withdraw can be used to pay health care expenses, maximizing your purchasing power.
AutoNation Gives You Money to Jump-Start Your HSA Account!
If you enroll in the Blue Cross Blue Shield 60% with HSA option and choose employee-only coverage, AutoNation contributes $300. If you enroll yourself and at least one family member, AutoNation contributes $600. Just accept the HSA terms and conditions when you enroll in the Blue Cross Blue Shield 60% option to open an account. AutoNation contributions are posted to your account and may be prorated based on when your HSA is fully opened and able to accept contributions.
You can also contribute up to $4,400 for an individual and up to $8,750 for a family in 2026. If you are 55 or older you can contribute an additional $1,000 each year.
HSA contribution amounts can be updated throughout the year, similar to the 401(k) plan.
*These amounts refer to your contributions; note that the IRS annual limit is a combined cap that includes both your contributions and AutoNation’s.
Who Is Eligible to Contribute?
You are eligible to contribute to an HSA if:
- You are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), like AutoNation’s Blue Cross 60% option.
- You are not covered by a spouse’s plan.
- You do not receive military health care benefits.
- You are not claimed as a dependent on another person’s tax return.
- You are not enrolled in Medicare.
When opening a new HSA account, Voya Financial is required by law to validate your identification. This is no different than when you open a personal bank account.
Using Your HSA Is Easy
Your HSA account is administered by Voya Financial, and, like a personal bank account, your cash balance is FDIC insured. You can access the funds in your HSA in several convenient ways:
- Use your HSA debit card from Voya Financial to pay your provider for allowable expenses. The amount is automatically deducted from your HSA balance.
- Pay directly from your HSA by using the HSA website. Just like online bill pay, you log in, request payment, and the provider will receive a check.
- Reimburse yourself when you pay out-of-pocket for qualified services by logging in to your account and transferring funds to your bank account or requesting a check.
You Do Not Need to Contribute Your Own Money to Receive AutoNation’s Contribution!
Because an HSA is your bank account, federal law requires that AutoNation obtains your approval to open the account on your behalf. You provide this approval by accepting the HSA Terms & Conditions on The Benefit Connection website.
Step 1: Accept the HSA Terms & Conditions via The Benefit Connection (required)
1. Click the button above and log in.
2. Under “Recommended,” scroll and select “Health Savings Account.”
3. In the HSA row, select “View/Change” and select “Continue” through the next screens (confirm HSA eligibility and enter your HSA contribution) until you reach the consent screen.
4. Read the consent and select “Accept.”
5. Select “Complete Enrollment” on the Benefits Summary page, then select “Continue” to finish.
Step 2: Log in to your Voya HSA (recommended)
After Step 1, wait seven (7) business days and log in to your Voya HSA to access all account features and use your HSA for eligible out-of-pocket medical expenses. Access your Voya HSA via the 401(k) and “Other Savings Plans” button on DealerCentral or by logging in to AutoNation.voya.com.
Please note: If you do not accept the Terms & Conditions by March 31, AutoNation’s contribution will be reduced according to the schedule below.
AutoNation HSA Contribution Amounts
Account Setup Date | Approximate Deposit Date | Employee Only | Employee + 1 or More |
|---|---|---|---|
Annual Enrollment | Early January | $300 | $600 |
Quarter 1 | Early April | $300 | $600 |
Quarter 2 | Early July | $200 | $400 |
Quarter 3 | Early October | $100 | $200 |
Quarter 4 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
