Can I claim both the above-the-line deduction for an HSA and the itemized deduction for medical expenses?
You may be able to claim the medical expense deduction even if you contribute to an HSA. However, contributions to the HSA and distributions from the HSA cannot be included in your itemized deduction for medical expenses. The University recommends that you contact your tax advisor with tax-related questions regarding HSAs.
You may be able to claim the medical expense deduction even if you contribute to an HSA. However, you cannot include any contribution to the HSA or any distribution from the HSA, including distributions taken for non-medical expenses, in the calculation for claiming the itemized deduction for medical expenses.
