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What are the Paid Time Off accrual rates?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-27T13:46:57-08:00

New hires begin accruing PTO and can use PTO from date of hire. PTO Accruals for a Full-time Associate The amount of PTO a full-time hourly associate earns each year is shown below. 0 to 4 years of service: 96 hours (12 days) 5 to 9 years of service: 136 hours (17 days) 10 [...]

What are the Paid Time Off accrual rates?Brian Lexmond2025-02-27T13:46:57-08:00

How does Paid Time Off work?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-27T13:36:22-08:00

Eligible non-union hourly corporate and division office associates accrue (earn) PTO based on the hours worked each pay period (up to a maximum of 40) and the associate’s length of service with the Company. In addition, you accrue PTO while on PTO. The maximum annual amount of PTO you can accrue at any time [...]

How does Paid Time Off work?Brian Lexmond2025-02-27T13:36:22-08:00

Who is eligible for Paid Time Off?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-27T13:33:34-08:00

Paid Time Off (PTO) is available to non-union hourly associates in a corporate or division office. Associates in stores, distribution centers and manufacturing plants will continue on their current vacation/PTO programs. Questions about current vacation/PTO programs should be referred to your local HR representative.

Who is eligible for Paid Time Off?Brian Lexmond2025-02-27T13:33:34-08:00

Can I still open an HSA if my spouse has a healthcare FSA through work?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:10:53-08:00

You can open an HSA only if your spouse’s FSA is a limited-purpose FSA for dental and vision expenses only, not a full healthcare FSA.

Can I still open an HSA if my spouse has a healthcare FSA through work?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:10:53-08:00

If I have a healthcare FSA from a previous year with a grace period that extends into the current plan year, can I enroll in an HSA?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:09:33-08:00

Yes. But you can’t put money into your HSA until the FSA grace period is over.

If I have a healthcare FSA from a previous year with a grace period that extends into the current plan year, can I enroll in an HSA?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:09:33-08:00

Can I have an HSA and a healthcare flexible spending account (FSA) at the same time?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:08:19-08:00

No. You cannot contribute to an HSA and a healthcare FSA at the same time.

Can I have an HSA and a healthcare flexible spending account (FSA) at the same time?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:08:19-08:00

What is the difference between an HSA and an FSA?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:06:35-08:00

The names sound alike, but don’t confuse the two. When you enroll in a high-deductible medical plan, you can use an HSA to pay for eligible health care expenses with tax-free money. If you elect a different medical plan or no medical coverage, you can use a health care flexible spending account (FSA), which also [...]

What is the difference between an HSA and an FSA?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:06:35-08:00

Can I use my HSA to pay for voluntary cosmetic surgery?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:07:12-08:00

Your HSA can be used for cosmetic surgery if prescribed by a physician and deemed to be medically necessary.

Can I use my HSA to pay for voluntary cosmetic surgery?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:07:12-08:00

Can I use the money in my HSA to pay for my health plan premiums?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:03:55-08:00

You can’t use your HSA to pay for your Albertsons Companies benefits premiums, but there are some situations that allow you to use your HSA to pay for health plan premiums. You can use your HSA to pay premiums for: COBRA continuation coverage Health coverage while getting unemployment compensation Qualified long-term care Medicare and other [...]

Can I use the money in my HSA to pay for my health plan premiums?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:03:55-08:00

Can I use the money in my HSA for non-medical expenses?

Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:02:14-08:00

If you are under 65, you’ll be taxed on the money you use and assessed a penalty. After age 65, if you withdraw funds for any purpose other than qualified medical expenses, you will be subject to income taxes, but there is no penalty. Funds withdrawn for qualified medical expenses will remain tax-free.

Can I use the money in my HSA for non-medical expenses?Brian Lexmond2025-02-14T12:02:14-08:00