| Acne treatment
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w/Prescription
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When used for the treatment of acne, the cost of acne treatment is a qualified medical expense.
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011.
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No
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When the treatment is for cosmetic purposes (for ex., to reduce wrinkles), the cost is not a qualified medical expense.
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No
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The cost of regular skin care is not a qualified medical expense.
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| Acupuncture
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Yes
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The cost of acupuncture is a qualified medical expense.
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| Adoption
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Yes
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If the child is a tax-qualified dependent at the time services were rendered, medical expenses paid for a child prior to adoption are qualified medical expenses.
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No
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Fees relating to the adoption process and for medical expenses incurred prior to beginning adoption negotiations are not reimbursable.
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No
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Expenses incurred by the birth mother associated with an adopted baby’s birth are not reimbursable for the FSA participant.
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| Air conditioner, air filter, purifier
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Yes
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When recommended by a health care professional for a medical condition, the cost of a portable or permanent unit is a qualified medical expense. Submit evidence of medical necessity (e.g., prescription, doctor’s note) with the request for reimbursement. For permanent units, see Capital expenses.
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| Air filter
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See Air conditioner, air filter, purifier.
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| Alcoholism, drug addiction
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Yes
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The cost of treatment at a center for alcohol or drug addiction is a qualified medical expense. This includes meals and lodging provided by the inpatient center during treatment.
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Yes
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When recommended by a health care professional, fees and transportation to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are reimbursable. Submit evidence of medical necessity (e.g., prescription, doctor’s note) with the request for reimbursement. Also see Transportation.
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| Allergy medicine
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w/Prescription
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When used to treat or alleviate allergy symptoms, the cost of allergy medicine is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include Benadryl, Claritin, Dimetapp, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Allergy treatment products
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No
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If the product would be owned even without allergies (such as a pillow or vacuum cleaner), the expense is generally not reimbursable.
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Yes
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When recommended by a health care professional for a medical condition, the cost of an allergy treatment product may be a qualified medical expense. Submit evidence of medical necessity (e.g., prescription, doctor’s note) with the request for reimbursement. Also see Air conditioner, air filter, purifier. Note: The reimbursable expense includes only the amount above the cost of the product in its standard form.
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| Alternative provider
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Yes
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When recommended by a health care professional for a medical condition, the cost of a homeopathic or holistic treatment/procedure may be a qualified medical expense. Submit evidence of medical necessity (e.g., prescription, doctor’s note) with the request for reimbursement. |
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No
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Naturopathic procedures and treatments using natural agents such as air, water or sunshine are generally not reimbursable.
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| Ambulance
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Yes
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The fee paid for ambulance service is a qualified medical expense.
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| Analgesics
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w/Prescription
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The cost of an analgesic is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include Advil, aspirin, Caladryl, Tylenol, Vicks, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Anesthesiology
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Yes
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Anesthesiology fees are qualified medical expenses.
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| Antacids
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w/Prescription
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The cost of an antacid is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include Alka-Seltzer, Brioschi, Maalox, Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Pepto-Bismal, Prilosec OTC, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Antibiotic ointment
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w/Prescription
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The cost of antibiotic cream or ointment is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include Cortaid, Neosporin, Polysporin, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Antihistamines
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w/Prescription
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The cost of an antihistamine is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include Benadryl, Claritin, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Anti-itch cream
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w/Prescription
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The cost of anti-itch cream is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include Aveeno/Gold Bond Anti-Itch, Benadryl, Cortaid, calamine lotion, Coritzone, Gold Bond, Lanacane, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Appearance improvement
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See Cosmetic treatment.
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| Arch support
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See Orthopedic shoes and inserts.
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| Arthritis care
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w/Prescription
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The cost of arthritis care is a qualified medical expense. (Examples include arthritis gloves, Arthritis Hot, Bengay, Capzasin, etc.)
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011. |
| Artificial insemination
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See Fertility.
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| Artificial limb
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Yes
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Amounts paid for the design and purchase of an artificial limb are qualified medical expenses.
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| Artificial teeth
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See Dental treatment.
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| Aspirin
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w/Prescription
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The cost of aspirin is a qualified medical expense.
Must be prescribed by a physician in order to be reimbursed, when purchased on or after 1/1/2011.
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| Asthma equipment
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Yes
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When recommended by a health care professional for the treatment of asthma, the cost of asthma equipment (for ex., a nebulizer or peak flow meter) is a qualified medical expense.
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| Automobile modifications
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See Car.
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