2015 8853 form-2025

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Form 8853 is a tax document used by individuals to report contributions and distributions related to Archer Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs) and Medicare Advantage MSAs, as well as long-term care insurance contracts for the year 2017. It includes sections for detailing employer contributions, personal contributions, distributions received, unreimbursed medical expenses, and any applicable taxes. The form must be attached to Form 1040 or Form 1040NR when filing.

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Who is eligible for the Archer MSA?

To be eligible for an Archer MSA, you (or your spouse) must be an employee of a small employer or be self-employed. You (or your spouse) must be covered under an HDHP and have no other health coverage except permitted coverage. You must not be enrolled in Medicare and cant be another persons dependent.

Are Archer MSA still available?

MSAs are only available to self-employed individuals or people who are employed by a company with 50 or fewer employees. Like with an HSA, you need to be enrolled in a HDHP to be eligible. Archer MSAs have been restricted since 2007, but there are still some cases where a new account can be opened.

Who is eligible for MA MSA plans?

It combines a high-deductible health plan with a medical savings account. Most people who have Medicare Parts A and B can join an MSA Plan. There are some exceptions, such as people who are Medicaid-eligible or who have military-sponsored benefits.

What is the IRS form 8853 used for?

More In Forms and Instructions Use Form 8853 to: Report Archer MSA contributions (including employer contributions. Figure your Archer MSA deduction. Report distributions from Archer MSAs or Medicare Advantage MSAs.

What is the difference between an Archer MSA and a HSA?

Both plans offer significant tax advantages, including tax-free contributions and withdrawals. Medicare enrollees who want MSAs have to enroll in high-deductible Medicare Advantage plans run by private insurance companies. HSAs are available only for members of private health insurance plans that have high deductibles.

What is a federal 8853 medical savings account contribution?

You need to file Form 8853 if you contribute to an Archer MSA, receive distributions, inherit an MSA, or receive taxable payments from long-term care insurance or accelerated death benefits.

Where do I get Form 8853?

Go to .irs.gov/Form8853 for instructions and the latest information. Attach to Form 1040, 1040-SR, or 1040-NR. account holder.

Who can contribute to a MSA?

All insurance-eligible employees can participate in an MSA, provided the employee and his spouse are not making contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA). Employer contributions to an HSA also prohibit an employee from participating in an MSA.

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