Can I Contribute to a HSA After Age 65? Understanding HSA Rules and Benefits

As you approach the age of 65 and beyond, you may wonder about your eligibility to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA). The good news is that yes, you can continue to contribute to an HSA even after you turn 65. There are some key considerations and rules to keep in mind when it comes to contributing to an HSA in your later years.

One important factor to note is that once you enroll in Medicare, you are no longer eligible to contribute to an HSA. However, if you delay enrolling in Medicare and continue with your HSA-qualifying high-deductible health plan, you can still make contributions to your HSA.

Contributing to an HSA after age 65 can offer several benefits:

• Additional funds for future medical expenses
• Tax advantages on contributions and withdrawals for qualified medical expenses
• Flexibility to use HSA funds for qualified expenses even after retirement

It's essential to understand the contribution limits and catch-up contributions allowed for individuals aged 55 and older when contributing to an HSA:

• For 2021, individuals can contribute up to $3,600 to an HSA, while those aged 55 and older can contribute an additional $1,000 as a catch-up contribution.
• For 2022, the contribution limit is $3,650 for individuals and an additional $1,000 for those aged 55 and older.

Remember that HSA funds can be used for a wide range of medical expenses, including premiums for long-term care insurance, COBRA coverage, and Medicare premiums (except for Medigap policies). Keeping your HSA active after age 65 can serve as a valuable financial tool to cover healthcare costs in retirement.

The question of whether you can contribute to an HSA after age 65 often arises as you transition into retirement planning. The great news is you can still contribute to your Health Savings Account (HSA) after reaching this age, provided you meet certain criteria. It's a valuable method to continue saving for your healthcare costs in retirement.