Incontinence pads
Yes, incontinence pads are eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA accounts as they are considered medical supplies used to treat or mitigate a medical condition.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Quick Reference
The IRS considers medical expenses to be the costs of diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body. Incontinence pads are medical supplies directly used to manage and mitigate the effects of a medical condition, incontinence, making them a qualified medical expense.
When It Qualifies
- •The pads must be used for the primary purpose of treating or mitigating incontinence.
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general hygiene or cosmetic purposes are not eligible.
Similar Items
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, specific plan administrators may have varying requirements. Always retain your receipts for substantiation. This information is for educational purposes and not tax or legal advice.