Prenatal DHA
Prenatal DHA is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) or a doctor's recommendation confirming its use for prenatal care.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
A written recommendation from a medical practitioner (e.g., doctor, nurse practitioner) stating that Prenatal DHA is medically necessary for your prenatal care or to treat a specific medical condition related to pregnancy.
The expense must be for the treatment or prevention of a diagnosed medical condition, such as pregnancy, as recommended by a medical practitioner.
Quick Reference
Generally, vitamins and nutritional supplements are not considered qualified medical expenses unless they are recommended by a medical practitioner to treat a specific medical condition. In the case of Prenatal DHA, if a medical practitioner recommends it as part of prenatal care or to address a specific medical condition related to pregnancy, it can be considered an eligible expense. This recommendation serves as documentation of medical necessity.
When It Qualifies
- •Must be recommended by a medical practitioner (e.g., doctor, nurse practitioner) for prenatal care or to treat a specific medical condition related to pregnancy.
- •Documentation, such as a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) or a doctor's note, should be kept with your records.
When It Doesn't
- •Not eligible if taken for general health, wellness, or preventative purposes without a specific medical recommendation for a diagnosed condition.
Similar Items
Official Source
IRS Publication 502
What Are Medical Expenses?
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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 this information is based on IRS guidelines, specific plan administrators may have varying requirements. Always confirm with your plan administrator. Keep all receipts and documentation for your records. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.