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Form 1099-SA: Key Insights

  • Form 1099-SA reports distributions from Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Archer Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs), and Medicare Advantage MSAs.
  • This form reports distributions, whether paid directly to a medical service provider or the account holder.
  • To ensure accurate reporting, a separate Form 1099-SA must be filed for each type of plan (HSA, Archer MSA, or Medicare Advantage MSA).

Form 1099-SA Deadline for 2024 Tax Year

Electronic Filing Recipient Copy Distribution
March 31, 2025 January 31, 2025

What Information is Required to File IRS Form 1099-SA Online?

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  • 1. Payee’s Info: Name, address, and TIN
  • 2. Recipient Info: Name, address, TIN, account number
  • 3. Distribution Info: This may include,
    • i. The total amount of distribution
    • ii. The total earnings distributed with excess HSA or Archer MSA contribution
    • iii. The appropriate distribution codes for distributions from HSAs, Archer MSAs, and Medicare Advantage MSAs
  • 4. Fair Market Value (FMV) of the account on the date of death.

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Efficiently Meet Your 1099-SA Filing Requirements with TaxBandits

TaxBandits offers a full range of services to meet your Form 1099-SA filing requirements and guarantee compliance with IRS regulations.

Supports Federal Filing

Effortlessly prepare and e-file your 1099-SA forms while ensuring full IRS compliance.

W-9 Manager

Collect W-9s from the recipients online and use that information to file 1099-SA for them at the click of a button.

TIN Matching

Verify recipient TINs with the IRS database beforehand to ensure your 1099-SA forms are error-free.

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Postal Mailing

TaxBandits can efficiently print and mail your 1099-SA copies to all required recipients.

Online Access

Securely share copies of the 1099-SA form with recipients through our secure online access portal.

Corrections

Fix errors in previously filed 1099-SA forms using TaxBandits immediately and accurately.


How to E-file Form 1099-SA Online for 2024 with TaxBandits?

Choose Form

Select the Form 1099-SA, choose the appropriate tax year and proceed. With TaxBandits you can file your Form 1099-SA for current and previous tax years.

Enter Form 1099-SA Information

Enter the required information on the Form 1099-SA either manually or bulk upload through our CSV templates.

Transmit it to the IRS

Review the information entered on the Form 1099-SA and make necessary changes if needed.

Deliver Recipient Copies

After reviewing the form, transmit the completed Form 1099-SA to the IRS.

Recipient Copy (Online/Postal)

You can choose how to distribute recipient copies—via postal mail, online access portal, or the BanditComplete option, which supports both.


Features for Seamless E-filing of 1099-SA Online!

User-Friendly Interface

Our software simplifies the filing process with intuitive navigation and clear, step-by-step instructions.

Address Book

Add payers and recipients once, securely store their details, and access the information for future filings.

Bulk Upload Options

Say goodbye to tedious manual entry! Quickly upload your data using our standard CSV template for a stress-free filing experience.

Save As Drafts

You can save your 1099-SA filing progress as a draft and continue later from where you left off.

Internal Audit Check

Error checks are built-in to audit your 1099-SA forms for common errors before transmission.

IRIS Business Validation

Our software meets IRIS standards, ensuring your 1099-SA forms comply with the latest IRS business rules.

Download Form Copies

With TaxBandits, you can download and print copies of your transmitted 1099-SA forms on your own.

Dedicated Support

Our dedicated support team is available 24/7 to address any inquiries regarding the filing process via telephone, email, or live chat.


Exclusive Pro Features Specially for Tax Professionals

BanditCollab (Team Management)

Streamline your workflow by adding unlimited team members and assigning specific roles—Preparer, Approver, or Transmitter based on their filing responsibilities.

BanditConnect (Client Management)

Securely exchange documents, communicate with clients through BanditConnect, and customize the portal to showcase brand identity.

Custom Reports

Improve your decision-making with detailed reports that provide a clear view of team member activities and client filings through comprehensive analytics.

Simplify Your 1099-SA Filing with Our Powerful API

Use our API to easily manage your 1099-SA filing and distribution from your current systems. Integrate it with your software or portal to automate the process, reduce manual work, and improve accuracy.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Form 1099-SA

What is the IRS 1099-SA Tax Form?

A 1099-SA is an IRS tax form used to report distributions from a health savings account (HSA), an Archer medical savings account (Archer MSA), or a Medicare Advantage medical savings account (MA MSA). In addition to filing this form with the IRS, the trustee of the account must provide a copy for the account holder. If the account holder has more than one type of these plans, a separate Form 1099-SA must be completed for each account.


Who is required to file Form 1099-SA?

Any business entity that is the trustee or issuer of health savings accounts (HSA), Archer medical savings accounts (Archer MSA), and Medicare Advantage medical savings accounts (MA MSA) must file the Form 1099-SA with the IRS to report any distributions from the account that took place during the tax year. The trustee must also distribute copies of the Form 1099-SA to the account holders.


When is the deadline to file Form 1099-SA for the 2024 tax year?

The deadline to file a paper copy of Form 1099-SA with the IRS is February 28, 2025, and the deadline to file electronically is March 31, 2025. The deadline to distribute recipient copies of Form 1099-SA is January 31, 2025.

It is also important to note that any business entity filing more than 10 forms is required to file electronically.

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Quick Note: If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, it moves to the next business day.


What are the penalties for not filing Form 1099-SA?

If you fail to file Form 1099-SA within the specified deadlines, the IRS will impose penalties ranging between $60 and $660, depending on your business size and the delayed period.

To learn more about the 1099-SA penalties, click here.


How do I get my 1099-SA Tax Form?

If you are a recipient of a Form 1099-SA, you should contact the issuer of your account if you don’t receive your form. Account holders need the distribution information from this form to complete their own personal income tax return.


What are the different copies of Form 1099-SA used for?

The different copies of Form 1099-SA serve specific purposes:

  • Copy A: This is sent to the IRS.

  • Copy B: This copy is provided to the account holder (recipient).

  • Copy C: This is kept by the trustee or custodian (the entity managing the account) for their own records.

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