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chrissuhre
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Is Tricare considered a High Deductible Health Plan?

I am retired Army Officer

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TomK
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Is Tricare considered a High Deductible Health Plan?

No.  People with TRICARE cannot have an HSA because TRICARE does not qualify as an HDHP.  TRICARE DOES qualify as Minimum Essential Coverage.

OPM.gov - Healthcare: https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/healthcare/health-savings-accounts/frequently-asked-questio...

IRS: https://www.irs.gov/affordable-care-act/individuals-and-families/aca-individual-shared-responsibilit...

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TomK
Expert Alumni

Is Tricare considered a High Deductible Health Plan?

No.  People with TRICARE cannot have an HSA because TRICARE does not qualify as an HDHP.  TRICARE DOES qualify as Minimum Essential Coverage.

OPM.gov - Healthcare: https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/healthcare/health-savings-accounts/frequently-asked-questio...

IRS: https://www.irs.gov/affordable-care-act/individuals-and-families/aca-individual-shared-responsibilit...

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