Chiropractic
Chiropractic care is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement when used for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for affecting any structure or function of the body.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Quick Reference
The IRS considers amounts paid for medical care to be qualified medical expenses. Chiropractic care, when provided by a licensed practitioner for medical purposes, falls under this definition. This includes services 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 Qualifies
- •The services must be provided by a licensed chiropractor.
- •The care must be for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of a medical condition, or for affecting any structure or function of the body.
When It Doesn't
- •Chiropractic services solely for general health, wellness, or cosmetic purposes are not eligible.
Similar Items
Official Source
IRS Publication 502
What Is Medical Care?
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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 and statements for your records. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.