Albuterol
Albuterol is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement when obtained with a prescription from a licensed medical professional.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
Albuterol is a prescription medication and requires a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider to be eligible for reimbursement.
Quick Reference
The IRS considers medicines and drugs to be qualified medical expenses if they are legally obtained and primarily used for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body. As a prescription medication used to treat respiratory conditions like asthma, Albuterol meets these criteria.
When It Qualifies
- •Must be prescribed by a licensed medical professional.
- •Used for the treatment of a medical condition (e.g., asthma, COPD).
When It Doesn't
- •Purchases without a valid prescription are not eligible.
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Official Source
IRS Publication 502 (2024)
Medicines and Drugs
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 Albuterol is generally eligible with a prescription, always check with your specific plan administrator as individual plan rules can vary. Keep all receipts and documentation for your records. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.