Potassium supplements
Potassium supplements are eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement only when prescribed or recommended by a medical practitioner to treat a specific medical condition.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
A written prescription or recommendation from a licensed medical practitioner is required.
The supplement must be used to treat a specific, diagnosed medical condition, not for general health.
Quick Reference
Generally, vitamins and supplements taken for general health are not considered qualified medical expenses by the IRS. However, if a medical practitioner recommends potassium supplements as medical care to alleviate or treat a specific medical condition or disease, then the cost can be included as a medical expense. This distinction ensures that the expense is for medical care rather than general wellness.
When It Qualifies
- •Must be prescribed or recommended by a licensed medical practitioner.
- •Must be used to treat a specific, diagnosed medical condition.
When It Doesn't
- •Potassium supplements taken for general health, wellness, or nutritional purposes without a specific medical recommendation.
Official Source
IRS Publication 502 (2024)
What Expenses Can't Be Included (Vitamins and supplements)
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 the IRS sets general guidelines, specific plan administrators may have their own documentation requirements. Always retain detailed receipts and the medical practitioner's recommendation or prescription for your records. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.