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What is a 8853 used for?
Form 8853 is used to report contributions to and distributions from Archer Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs) and to report taxable payments from long-term care insurance contracts. It is important for taxpayers who have these accounts or receive these payments to accurately complete this form to ensure proper tax reporting.
Who needs to fill out a 8853 form
Individuals who have Archer MSAs or receive taxable payments from long-term care insurance contracts.
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If filing jointly, you must include Form 8853 with your tax return if your spouse has an Archer MSA.
You are required to report any distributions from an Archer MSA on Form 8853.
Yes, taxable payments from long-term care insurance contracts must be reported on Form 8853.