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Urea cream

Urea cream is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement when used to treat a medical condition.

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Eligibility Matrix

Eligibility status for all account types

Account TypeStatus
HSAEligible
FSAEligible
HRAEligible

Quick Reference

Urea cream is considered an over-the-counter medicine or drug used to treat various skin conditions. The CARES Act of 2020 made over-the-counter medicines and drugs eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement without a prescription, provided they are used for medical care.

When It Qualifies

  • Must be used to treat a medical condition, such as eczema, psoriasis, keratosis pilaris, or severe dry skin (xerosis).
  • The expense must be primarily for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body.

When It Doesn't

  • Not eligible if used purely for cosmetic purposes or general skin moisturizing without a medical need.

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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 the IRS determines general eligibility, specific plan administrators may have their own rules. Always keep detailed receipts for your records. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.