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News to Use

Stop here often to see what's new in the world of tax-free employee benefit plans. We'll keep you updated on news from the industry, from regulatory agencies, and from Benefit Resource.

Qualified Transportation Expense (QTE) Account(s) maximums increase for 2009

The IRS announced the following increases in tax-free maximums for qualified expenses in a QTE Account(s), effective January 1, 2009:

Workplace parking increased to $230 per month ($220 per month for 2008)
Workplace mass transit increased to $120 per month ($115 per month for 2008)

Change in mileage rate for use of an automobile to obtain medical care

Effective July 1, 2008, the amount allowed by the IRS for reimbursement of eligible services from a Medical FSA / HRA is $0.27/mile. (The amount for eligible services provided from
January 1 - June 30, 2008 remains at $0.19/mile.) The Mileage Certification Log and Claim Form are available on the FSA & HRA Forms page.

eTRAC and Beniversal Cards

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Call in for your account balances—24/7!

Good news for times when you're away from your computer—standing at the doctor's payment window or the pharmacist's counter. Participants can now access account information from any phone at any time by using the IVR. It’s quick, easy and convenient.

Call 1-800-473-9595
Press 4 for the automated system
Then just follow the prompts

The Participant Services Department is available Monday through Friday, 8 am - 8 pm (Eastern Time), at 1-800-473-9595 to assist you as well.