St. Joe Valley Credit Union Medical Savings Accounts for Members

Our Medical Savings Account is a convenient way to save for health care expenses. It is also a great way to save on your State of Idaho income tax return.*

  • Contribution up to $2,000 per year (plus the accrued dividend) is deductible form Idaho State income taxes.*
  • Withdrawals can be made for any eligible medical expenses* per IRS code.
  • Dividends are compounded quarterly.
  • If you are married, you can establish an account in your spouse’s name and claim up to a $4,000 combined deduction.*
  • One free checks per month from this account, additional checks at $3.00 each.

Samples of eligible medical expenses may include the following:

  • Medical insurance premiums
  • Doctor office visits for exams, x-rays, and lab services
  • Dental expenses
  • Prescribed drugs, vaccines, and vitamins
  • Nursing service
  • Hospitalization and emergency treatment
  • Chemical dependency treatment
  • Medical aids such as hearing aids, false teeth, eyeglasses, contact lenses, braces, orthopedic shoes, wheelchairs, and guide dogs
  • Ambulance service

*Please consult a tax advisor regarding possible tax benefits.

Please see our account disclosures for the Terms & Conditions, Funds Availability, & Truth-In-Savings Disclosures.