Benefiber
Benefiber may be eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA if it is recommended by a medical practitioner to treat a specific medical condition and substantiated with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN).
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 stating that Benefiber is necessary to treat a specific medical condition.
The expense must be for the treatment of a specific medical condition diagnosed by a medical practitioner, not for general health or wellness.
Quick Reference
The IRS considers the cost of nutritional supplements, including fiber supplements like Benefiber, as a qualified medical expense only when they are recommended by a medical practitioner as treatment for a specific medical condition diagnosed by that practitioner. Without such a recommendation and diagnosis, it is considered for general health and not eligible.
When It Qualifies
- •Recommended by a medical practitioner.
- •Used to treat a specific medical condition diagnosed by a medical practitioner.
- •Requires a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) to substantiate the medical need.
When It Doesn't
- •Used for general health, wellness, or dietary purposes without a specific medical diagnosis.
- •Not recommended by a medical practitioner.
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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
Eligibility can vary by plan administrator. Always retain detailed receipts and documentation, such as a Letter of Medical Necessity, for your records. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.