HR Fast Facts: What Does a Pre-Tax Medical Premium Mean on a Pay Stub?

December 8, 2022・1 min read

TriNet Team

HR Fast Facts: What Does a Pre-Tax Medical Premium Mean on a Pay Stub?

A pre-tax medical premium is the amount an employer deducts from an employee's paycheck for the employee to pay for medical insurance coverage. This amount is taken out of their gross pay before taxes.

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