Health Savings Account For security and peace of mind.
2009 HSA Tax Information
Thank you for your interest in the American Chartered Bank Health Savings Account program. All of the documents necessary to open and maintain a health savings account can be obtained here.
Is an HSA program right for you?
If you are considering enrolling in a consumer directed health plan coupled with an American Chartered Bank Health Savings Account, our HSA Calculator is a great tool to help you choose the right plan for your needs. This calculator allows you to view and consider your health insurance alternatives under a variety of claims scenarios. Start now!
Once you have decided to open an HSA, the process of opening the account is easy. Simply determine your usage requirements and choose the account that best fits your needs. You can apply immediately online, mail in a paper application, or visit any of our convenient locations!
American Chartered Bank offers three account options:
- A free HSA Checking Account with tiered interest rates
- Certificates of Deposit
- An HSA Investment Account, which enables clients to transfer account balances in excess of $1,000 from their American Chartered Bank HSA Checking Account into Investment Options comprised of a variety of nationally-recognized mutual funds with differing investment objectives.*
Key features of each account are summarized below:
| Feature |
HSA Checking Account |
Certificates of Deposit |
HSA Investment Account |
| Set-up Fees |
None |
None |
None |
| Minimum Balance Requirements |
None |
$1,000.00 |
None |
| Monthly Fees |
None |
None |
$2.00 / $3.50 |
| Check Writing Privileges |
Yes1 |
No |
Yes2 |
| Visa Check Card |
Free |
None |
Free |
| Online Banking |
Free |
Free |
Free |
| Online Bill Pay |
Free |
None |
Free |
| Electronic Statements |
Free |
None |
Free |
| Interest Paid |
Yes; View Current Rates |
Yes; View Current Rates |
Yes, on deposits held in American Chartered Bank HSA Checking Account2 |
| Investment Options |
None |
None |
Yes* |
| Minimum Deposit Required |
None |
$1,000.00 |
None |
| Minimum Investment Amount |
Not Applicable |
Not Applicable |
None |
| FDIC Insured |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes--funds held in American Chartered Bank HSA Checking Account
No--amounts transferred to the Investment Options |
Important information to consider before applying for a Health Savings Account:
Do You Have More Questions? Please view our HSA Resources or contact us at:
HSA Customer Service
P.O. Box 5994
Carol Stream, IL 60197-5994 Phone: (847) 407-2603 Fax: (847) 407-2633 Email: HSA@americanchartered.com
1. $15.20 fee for one box of personal checks, payable at the time of application.
2. View Current HSA Checking Account Rates
3. Click here for a current Schedule of Fees.
| *Investment Options are not FDIC insured, may lose value, and are not guaranteed by the Bank. |
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