HSA eligibility

To be eligible to open and contribute to an HSA you must meet all of the following criteria, as defined by the IRS:

  • You are covered by a qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
    • The minimum required deductibles for a HDHP cannot be less than:
    •   2018 2019
      Individual coverage $1,350 $1,350
      Family coverage $2,700 $2,700
    • The maximum out-of-pocket expenses are capped for individual coverage and for family coverage. The maximum out of pocket limits are:
    •   2018 2019
      Individual coverage $6,650 $6,750
      Family coverage $13,300 $13,500
  • You are not covered by another non-qualified health care plan, such as a health plan sponsored by your spouse's employer, Medicare or TriCare
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) participation is restricted to dental, vision or post-deductible medical expenses
  • You cannot be claimed as a dependent on another individual's tax return
Education
To learn more about HSA eligibility, view our HSA eligibility FAQs.