Superfeet
Superfeet insoles are eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement when used to treat a specific medical condition affecting your feet.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
The insoles must be used to treat a specific diagnosed medical condition affecting the feet, such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, or severe pronation, not for general comfort or athletic enhancement.
A Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from a licensed medical professional may be required to substantiate that the insoles are medically necessary to treat a specific condition.
Quick Reference
The IRS allows expenses paid for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body. When Superfeet insoles are recommended by a medical professional to address a specific foot condition, they are considered medical supplies or equipment and thus qualify as a medical expense.
When It Qualifies
- •The insoles must be recommended or prescribed by a medical professional.
- •They must be used to treat a specific diagnosed medical condition affecting the feet (e.g., plantar fasciitis, pronation, bunions, etc.).
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general comfort, athletic performance enhancement, or cosmetic purposes are not eligible.
Similar Items
Official Source
IRS Publication 502
What Expenses Can You Include -> Medical Equipment, Supplies, and Diagnostic Devices
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
Eligibility can vary by plan administrator. Always retain your receipts and documentation, such as a Letter of Medical Necessity or doctor's recommendation, for substantiation. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.