How do I determine if healthcare premiums deducted from my pension check (1099-r) are pre-tax or after tax?

[Rachel_W · Accepted solution]

Normally Healthcare Premiums deducted from your Pension Check are After-Tax.  

If you know what your Gross Monthly Pension amount is before any deductions, you could take this amount and multiply it by 12 months.  If the amount you calculate is equal to Box 1 of your 1099-R, then you can be pretty certain that the Healthcare Premiums are After-Tax. 

I would also recommend contacting your former employer or payor of your pension to be 100% certain that the Healthcare Premiums are After-Tax.

If you itemize, you can deduct the Health Care Premiums on Schedule A, see the FAQ below:

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