Cane
A cane is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement when used to treat or mitigate a diagnosed medical condition affecting mobility.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
The cane must be used to treat, mitigate, or alleviate a specific diagnosed medical condition that affects your mobility, rather than for general wellness or convenience.
Quick Reference
The IRS considers expenses for medical equipment, supplies, and devices used for medical care as qualified medical expenses. A cane falls under this category as it is used to aid mobility due to a physical condition, injury, or disability, thereby affecting a structure or function of the body. This makes it eligible for reimbursement from HSA, FSA, and HRA accounts.
When It Qualifies
- •The cane must be primarily for medical care to alleviate or treat a diagnosed medical condition affecting mobility.
- •It must not be for general health, cosmetic purposes, or mere convenience.
When It Doesn't
- •Canes purchased for non-medical reasons, such as a fashion accessory or a general walking stick without a medical necessity, are not eligible.
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Important Notice
- •Your specific plan may have different rules
- •Keep all receipts and documentation
- •This is informational only, not tax or legal advice
While generally eligible, specific plan administrators may have their own substantiation requirements. Always retain detailed receipts and a doctor's note or Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) if available, to substantiate the medical purpose. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.