Food and meals that replace regular nutritional requirements.Vitamins or supplements for general health.Cosmetic surgery, treatments, or procedures.Here are some examples, but again, it is not all inclusive. We’re commonly asked which expenses are not eligible for payment from an FSA, HSA, or HRA. Hand sanitizer rubs and hand sanitizing wipes with at least 60% alcohol content.Face masks (disposable or cloth), with multiple layers of material and with nose wire.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Prevent Spread of COVID-19 Athletes Foot Creams and Powders, Cold Sore Remedies, Hemorrhoid Medications, Lice and Scabies Treatments, Yeast Infection Treatments.Smoking Cessation Products, Nicotine Gum/Patches.Pain Relievers, Analgesics, Aspirin, Fever Reducers, Muscle/Joint Pain Relievers.Menstrual Products, including Tampons and Pads.Menstrual Pain and Cramp Relief Medication.First Aid Creams, Diaper Rash Ointments, Calamine Lotion, Bug Bite Medication, Wart Remover Treatments, Special Ointments/Burn Ointments, Rubbing Alcohol.Cold and Flu Medications, Cough Drops & Syrups, Decongestants, Nasal Sinus Sprays, Sore Throat Spray, Sinus Medications, Throat Lozenges, Vapor Rubs.Contraceptives (Learn more about contraceptive reimbursement here).Anti-Nausea Medications, Motion Sickness Pills.Digestive Tract Relief Medications, Antacids, Anti-Diarrhea Medications, Laxatives.Allergy, Anti-Itch, Antihistamine Medicines, Eye Drops. Over the Counter (OTC) Medications and Products Medical Miles, Tolls, Parking, or Transportation Expenses (essential to medical care).Guide Dog (for visually/hearing impaired person).Crutches, Wheelchair, Oxygen Equipment, Splints/Casts.Counseling (except for Marriage and Family).Contraceptives, Norplant Insertion or Removal.Abdominal/Back Supports, Arch Supports/Orthopedic Insoles (not for general comfort) or Diabetic Shoes.Sterilization, Vasectomy, and Vasectomy Reversals.Inpatient treatment for addiction to alcohol/drugs.Hearing Exams, Hearing Aids and Batteries.At-Home COVID-19 Testing (Learn more about testing reimbursement here).Blood Tests, Spinal Fluid Tests, Urine/Stool Analyses.Prescribed Medication, including insulin and birth control.Copays, Coinsurance, Deductible expenses.Out-of-Pocket Uncovered Medical Care Expenses Laser Eye Surgeries, Radial Keratotomy/LASIK.Eyeglasses, Reading Glasses, Prescription Sunglasses.Contact Lenses, Contact Lens Solution and Cleaners.For specific questions about eligible expenses for your plan, log into your online account and refer to My Company Plan or email Type Information about dependent care FSA eligible expenses can be found here. This list of eligible expenses gives you examples but is not meant to be all inclusive. What expenses are eligible for payment from my account? So make sure to log into your online account and access My Company Plan for details about your HRA. Your employer also decides which expenses are eligible and how much the HRA pays. Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) are funded entirely by your employer and are available to you to pay for eligible expenses with your employer’s money. Current IRS tax laws control all BESTflex Plan and SimplyHSA matters and are subject to change. You should consult a tax advisor for help with your own situation. Your specific savings depend on your tax bracket and if you are eligible for state tax savings. *These tax examples are broad approximations of tax liability. Using tax-free dollars to pay for eligible expenses saves up to 30%, meaning a $100 eligible expense costs you about $70.* Refer to your employee benefits information from your Human Resources department if you’re newly eligible for benefits or log into your online account to verify which plans you currently have.įlexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) help you save money because the contributions you make to the account are exempt from Federal, State, and FICA payroll taxes. You may have a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), or health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) made available to you through your employer. Use your benefit accounts to save money on eligible expenses.
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