Distributions from a Health Savings Account for qualified medical expenses are Quizlet

An eligible expense is a health care service, treatment or item the IRS states can be paid for without taxes.

Below is a partial list of eligible expenses that are reimbursable through a Health Savings Account (HSA). Eligible expenses can be incurred by you, your spouse or qualified dependents. The HSA can only be used to pay for eligible medical expenses incurred after your HSA was established. For more information, see the HSA Eligible Expenses flyer. For the complete list of eligible and ineligible expenses, visit www.IRS.gov and see IRS Publications 502 and 969. 

How should I keep track of my eligible expenses?

You should keep all your receipts and pertinent documentation to prove your HSA was used for eligible medical expenses.

Note: If you pay for anything other than eligible expenses with your HSA, the amount will be taxable, and you will be required to repay the amount and pay an additional tax penalty.

Changes at Age 65

Distributions 

At age 65, you can take penalty-free distributions from your HSA for any reason.

  • In order to be both tax-free and penalty-free, the distribution must be for an eligible medical expense.
  • Withdrawals made for other purposes will be subject to ordinary income taxes.
  • Given that Medicare does not cover all of your medical expenses, most HSA owners over age 65 continue to use their HSA funds for eligible medical expenses to ensure they receive the maximum benefits from their HSA.

Health Insurance Premiums

At age 65, you can use your HSA to pay for Medicare Parts A, B, D and Medicare HMO premiums tax-free and penalty-free.

  • Reimburse yourself directly from your HSA for Medicare premiums deducted from your Social Security payment.
  • Use your HSA to pay for the employee share of employer-sponsored healthcare premiums (provided that the employee share is not deducted pre-tax).
  • You cannot use your HSA to pay for Medigap insurance premiums.

Medical

  • Acupuncture
  • Ambulance services
  • Birth control/contraceptive devices
  • Birth classes/Lamaze1
  • Blood pressure monitor
  • Blood sugar test kits/test strips
  • Chiropractic therapy/exams/adjustments
  • Copayments
  • Crutches1
  • Dermatology services
  • Diagnostic services
  • Flu shots
  • Gynecological care
  • Hearing aids and batteries1
  • Incontinence supplies
  • Infertility treatments
  • Insulin and diabetic supplies
  • Laboratory fees
  • Lactation expenses
  • Legal sterilization
  • Menstrual care products
  • Nasal strips
  • Obstetric care
  • Operations/surgery1
  • Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments containing medicine (i.e. cold treatments, pain relievers, sinus medications, etc.)
  • Physical exams
  • Physical therapy1
  • Pregnancy test kits
  • Sleep apnea services/products1
  • Smoking cessation programs
  • Therapy or counseling
  • Treatment for alcohol or drug dependency
  • Vaccinations
  • Wrist supports/elastic straps
  • X-ray fees

Dental 

  • Cleanings and exams
  • Crowns and bridges
  • Dental plan co-pays
  • Dental surgery
  • Dental X-rays

Vision 

  • Contact lenses and lens solution
  • Diagnostic services
  • Eye exams
  • Eye surgery
  • Laser eye surgery/LASIK
  • Optometrist/ ophthalmologist fees
  • Prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses
  • Seeing eye dog (buying, training and maintaining)
  • Vision plan co-insurance
  • Vision plan deductible

1: Restrictions may apply. See IRS Publications 502 and 969 for more details.

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What is an HSA qualified medical expense?

HSA - You can use your HSA to pay for eligible health care, dental, and vision expenses for yourself, your spouse, or eligible dependents (children, siblings, parents, and others who are considered an exemption under Section 152 of the tax code).

What is a HSA distribution?

In simple terms, an HSA distribution is any money an HSA owner takes out of an HSA. HSA owners and anyone they designate are free to take money from an HSA for any purpose. If certain rules are followed, the distribution is not taxable.

What qualifies as a qualified medical expense?

Qualified Medical Expenses are generally the same types of services and products that otherwise could be deducted as medical expenses on your yearly income tax return. Some Qualified Medical Expenses, like doctors' visits, lab tests, and hospital stays, are also Medicare-covered services.

What is a health savings account HSA )? Quizlet?

Health Savings Account. Designed to help individuals save for qualified health expenses that they, their spouse, or their dependents incur. Someone covered by a high deductible health plan can make a tax-deductible contribution to an HSA and use it to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses.