Can you contribute to a HSA if on Medicare?

One common question many individuals have is whether they can contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) if they are on Medicare. Let's delve into this topic to provide a clear understanding of how HSAs work in conjunction with Medicare.

When you are enrolled in Medicare, whether it's Part A, Part B, or both, you are no longer eligible to contribute to an HSA. Medicare is considered disqualifying health coverage, which means individuals can no longer make contributions to their HSA once they are on Medicare.

It's important to note that if you are already contributing to an HSA before enrolling in Medicare, you can keep the funds in your HSA and use them for qualified medical expenses. However, you cannot make additional contributions to the account once you are on Medicare.

For those who are planning to enroll in Medicare soon, it may be beneficial to maximize HSA contributions before transitioning to Medicare to take advantage of the tax benefits and savings that an HSA offers.

Many people wonder if they can continue to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA) once they enroll in Medicare. The simple answer is that eligibility for HSA contributions ends with Medicare enrollment.