Can I contribute to a dependent FSA and a health HSA at the same time?

One common question people have when it comes to health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) is whether they can contribute to both at the same time. The short answer is - it depends on the specific circumstances. Let's delve deeper into this topic to understand the rules and restrictions.

An HSA and FSA are both types of accounts that allow individuals to save money for medical expenses on a pre-tax basis. However, there are some key differences between the two:

• HSAs are only available to individuals enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP).
• FSAs are more flexible but have a
  

  Many people wonder whether they can contribute to both a dependent FSA and a health HSA simultaneously, and the answer is nuanced. While both accounts offer pre-tax savings for medical costs, each has its own set of rules and qualifying conditions.