Catheter
Catheters are eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA as they are considered medical equipment or supplies used for medical care.
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Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Quick Reference
The IRS defines medical care as amounts paid for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body. Catheters are medical devices that fall under the category of medical equipment and supplies, which are considered qualified medical expenses when used for these purposes.
When It Qualifies
- •The catheter must be primarily for medical care to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent a disease, or to affect any structure or function of the body.
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general health or cosmetic purposes are not eligible.
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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, specific plan administrators may have their own substantiation requirements. Always retain detailed receipts for your records. This information is for educational purposes and not tax or legal advice.