Is Blood work HSA eligible?

Yes, Blood work is generally eligible for HSA (Health Savings Account) reimbursement. Blood work is an eligible medical expense for HSA, FSA, and HRA accounts.

Is Blood work FSA eligible?

Yes, Blood work is generally eligible for FSA (Flexible Spending Account) reimbursement. Blood work is an eligible medical expense for HSA, FSA, and HRA accounts.

Do I need a prescription or Letter of Medical Necessity for Blood work?

No special documentation is typically required for Blood work. However, always keep your receipts for substantiation.

Blood work

Blood work is an eligible medical expense for HSA, FSA, and HRA accounts.

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Eligibility Matrix

Eligibility status for all account types

Account Type	Status	Notes
HSA	Eligible	Health Savings Account
FSA	Eligible	Flexible Spending Account
HRA	Eligible	Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Quick Reference

The IRS considers diagnostic services, including blood work, as qualified medical expenses. These expenses are for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body. This includes routine physical examinations and related diagnostic tests.

When It Qualifies

•Must be for medical care, including diagnostic purposes, treatment, or prevention of disease.
•Ordered or performed by a licensed medical professional.

When It Doesn't

•Expenses solely for general health or wellness tracking without a medical purpose or recommendation from a healthcare provider may not qualify.

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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 generally eligible, 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.