Can a Wife Put Money in an HSA if Her Husband is Covered by Medicare?

One common question that arises when it comes to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) is whether a spouse can contribute to an HSA if their partner is covered by Medicare.

HSAs are individual accounts, meaning each person can have their own account and contribute to it separately. Here's what you need to know:

  • Spouses can each have their own HSA if they are eligible
  • If one spouse is covered by Medicare, the other spouse can still contribute to their own HSA if they are eligible
  • As long as the spouse contributing to the HSA is not covered by Medicare themselves, they can make contributions

It's important to note that eligibility requirements for contributing to an HSA include being covered by a high-deductible health plan and not being covered by other disqualifying health coverage.

So, in summary, yes, a wife can put money in an HSA even if her husband is covered by Medicare, as long as she meets the eligibility criteria and is not covered by Medicare herself.


Have you ever wondered if a wife can still contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) when her husband is enrolled in Medicare? The answer is both straightforward and beneficial!

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