Get Form 8853

Form 8853 is a tax form used to report Archer Medical Savings Account (MSA) contributions and distributions, as well as long-term care insurance contracts. This guide will provide you with clear, step-by-step instructions on how to complete the form online efficiently and accurately.

Follow the steps to fill out Form 8853 online:

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your chosen online editor.
2. Begin with Section A, Archer MSAs. Fill out your name(s) as shown on your tax return and the social security number of the MSA account holder. If both you and your partner have MSAs, ensure you separately report for each account holder.
3. Provide the total employer contributions to your Archer MSAs for the applicable year in Line 1. Then, in Line 2, enter the total Archer MSA contributions you made.
4. Refer to the instructions to determine the limitation for Line 3 and complete Line 4 with your compensation from the employer maintaining the high-deductible health plan.
5. Calculate your Archer MSA deduction by entering the smallest value from Lines 2, 3, or 4 into Line 5. This amount should also be included on your Form 1040 or Form 1040NR.
6. Proceed to the distributions section. Enter the total distributions received from all Archer MSAs in Line 6a. Then, record any rollovers or excess contributions in Line 6b.
7. Subtract Line 6b from Line 6a for Line 7. Enter any unreimbursed qualified medical expenses in Line 8 and calculate the taxable distributions for Line 9a.
8. Complete Section B by entering the total distributions received from Medicare Advantage MSAs, followed by any relevant expenses and taxable distributions in the given fields.
9. Finally, review Section C for Long-Term Care Insurance Contracts. Input the necessary details like the name and social security number of the insured, and complete the lines related to gross payments received.
10. Once all sections are filled out, you can save your changes, download a copy, print the form, or share it as needed.

Complete your Form 8853 online today to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.