Hearing aid
Hearing aids are eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement as they are considered medical equipment for alleviating a physical defect or illness.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Quick Reference
The IRS considers amounts paid for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body, to be qualified medical expenses. Hearing aids fall under this definition as they are used to correct a physical defect (hearing impairment).
When It Qualifies
- •The hearing aid must be primarily for medical care to alleviate a hearing impairment.
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general health or wellness that do not treat a specific medical condition.
- •Cosmetic purposes.
Similar Items
Official Source
IRS Publication 502 (2023)
What Medical Expenses Are Includible? - Hearing aids
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 generally eligible, specific plan administrators may have their own substantiation requirements. Always retain your receipts and check with your plan administrator for confirmation. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.