What is the Latest Date I Can Pay for 2017 Medical Expenses from my HSA?

As we approach tax season, many individuals may be wondering about the deadline for using their Health Savings Account (HSA) funds towards 2017 medical expenses. The good news is that you have some flexibility when it comes to accessing and utilizing your HSA funds for past expenses.

For the 2017 tax year, you can use your HSA funds to pay for eligible medical expenses until the tax filing deadline, which is typically April 15th of the following year. However, due to weekends and holidays, this deadline may be extended to April 17th or later in some years.

It's important to note that you must have established your HSA before the expenses were incurred to be able to use the funds for reimbursement. In this case, since we are talking about 2017 medical expenses, you should have had your HSA set up prior to incurring those expenses in 2017.

Additionally, keep in mind that you will need to keep records of your medical expenses and payments made from your HSA for tax reporting purposes. This documentation is crucial for proving the eligibility of your expenses when filing your taxes.

Worried about whether you can still use your Health Savings Account (HSA) for 2017 medical expenses? The good news is that your HSA can cover eligible expenses up until the tax filing deadline, which is usually April 15th of the following year, potentially extending to April 17th in certain cases due to weekends or holidays.