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April 9, 2026
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Is the amount of employee required contribution for an employer provided health plan deductible?

  • April 9, 2026
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Best answer by SharonD007

No, generally employee contributions to their employer sponsored health plans are made with pre-tax dollars(meaning that amount is not subject to income or payroll taxes) deducted from their paycheck. This reduces your taxable income, providing an immediate tax benefit rather than a deduction taken later on your tax return. 

 

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Mike9241
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Level 15
April 9, 2026

It was likely taken out of your paycheck, reducing your taxable wages on your W-2, so it's already been deducted from your income.  However, only your employer can tell you for certain. 

Mike9241
SharonD007
Level 14
April 9, 2026

No, generally employee contributions to their employer sponsored health plans are made with pre-tax dollars(meaning that amount is not subject to income or payroll taxes) deducted from their paycheck. This reduces your taxable income, providing an immediate tax benefit rather than a deduction taken later on your tax return. 

 

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