Culturelle
Culturelle, as a dietary supplement, is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement only when recommended by a medical practitioner to treat a specific medical condition diagnosed by that practitioner.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
A Letter of Medical Necessity from a licensed medical practitioner is required, stating that Culturelle is recommended to treat a specific medical condition diagnosed by that practitioner.
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 dietary supplements, including probiotics like Culturelle, as generally not eligible for reimbursement. However, an exception is made if they are recommended by a medical practitioner as treatment for a specific medical condition that has been diagnosed by that practitioner. This requires proper documentation, often in the form of a Letter of Medical Necessity.
When It Qualifies
- •Must be recommended by a medical practitioner (e.g., doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner) to treat a specific medical condition.
- •The medical condition must be diagnosed by the recommending practitioner.
- •Documentation, such as a Letter of Medical Necessity, must be obtained and kept with your records.
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general health, wellness, or preventative purposes without a specific diagnosed medical condition.
- •Purchases made without a recommendation from a medical practitioner for a specific diagnosed condition.
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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 this information is based on IRS guidelines, individual plan administrators may have specific requirements or limitations. Always confirm with your plan provider. Keep all receipts and documentation, including any Letter of Medical Necessity, for tax purposes and potential audits. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax or legal advice.