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Is Health insurance premiums HSA-eligible?

No — not HSA-eligible

You generally CANNOT pay health insurance premiums from an HSA.

IRS authority

IRS Pub. 969

Worth knowing

Exceptions: COBRA, premiums while receiving unemployment, qualified LTC insurance (limits), and Medicare (not Medigap) after 65.

Category: Other · Bucket C (Not HSA-eligible)

This one doesn't qualify, but a lot of similar items do.

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Informational only — not tax, legal, or medical advice. Consult a qualified tax professional about your situation. Rules version 2026-08-15, last verified July 2026.

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