What Should Employee Contributions to an HSA be Listed as on a W2?

Employee contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA) should be listed on a W2 form as part of box 12 with a code W. This indicates the total amount contributed by the employee throughout the year.

HSAs are tax-advantaged accounts available to individuals covered under high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) to help pay for qualified medical expenses. Here are some key points to note regarding employee contributions to an HSA:

• Employee contributions are made on a pre-tax basis, meaning they are not subject to federal income tax at the time of contribution.
• Contributions made by the employer may also be included in the total amount reported on the W2.
• It's important for employees to keep track of their HSA contributions for tax reporting purposes.
• Employers are responsible for accurately reporting employee contributions to an HSA on the W2 form.

When it comes to employee contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA), these amounts should be reported on the W2 form specifically in box 12, using code W to denote total contributions across the entire year.