Article: mbi Applauds IRS Revenue Ruling 2003-43 on Use of Health Care Debit Cards; Ruling Solidifies Debit Card Leader mbi's Advantages for TPAs, Employers and Employees.

WALTHAM, Mass. -- WALTHAM, Mass., May 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The recent IRS ruling confirms approval of using debit cards for flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs).

"This is terrific news for third-party administrators (TPAs), employers and employees, the ultimate users of the cards. The ruling clarifies some muddy areas, particularly for third-party administrators (TPAs) working on behalf of employers," says Rob Butler, VP of sales and marketing for mbi, pioneer of the health care debit-like card. "We have been working with the IRS and the Employer Council on Flexible Compensation to resolve such issues as co-pay matching, ...

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