Florastor
Florastor is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA with a prescription or Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from a medical practitioner for a specific diagnosed medical condition.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
A written prescription or a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from a licensed medical practitioner is required, stating that Florastor is for the treatment of a specific medical condition.
The expense must be for treating a specific medical condition diagnosed by a physician, not for general health or wellness.
Quick Reference
The IRS considers probiotics like Florastor to be nutritional supplements. Generally, the cost of nutritional supplements, vitamins, herbal supplements, or similar products is not a qualified medical expense. However, an exception is made if these products are recommended by a medical practitioner as treatment for a specific medical condition diagnosed by a physician.
When It Qualifies
- •Must be recommended by a medical practitioner (e.g., doctor, nurse practitioner) for a specific medical condition.
- •The medical condition must be diagnosed by a physician.
When It Doesn't
- •Purchases for general health, wellness, or preventative care without a specific diagnosed medical condition.
- •Purchases without a prescription or Letter of Medical Necessity.
Similar Items
Official Source
IRS Publication 502 (2024)
What Expenses Can Be Included - Nutritional Supplements, Vitamins, Herbal Supplements, etc.
View on IRS.gov
Important Notice
- •Your specific plan may have different rules
- •Keep all receipts and documentation
- •This is informational only, not tax or legal advice
While this information is based on IRS guidelines, individual plan administrators may have specific requirements. Always retain your receipts and documentation for substantiation. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.