Sleep apnea supplies
Sleep apnea supplies are eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA accounts when prescribed by a medical professional for the treatment of diagnosed sleep apnea.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Requirements
A written prescription from a licensed medical professional is required to substantiate the medical necessity of the sleep apnea supplies.
The supplies must be used to treat a medically diagnosed condition of sleep apnea.
Quick Reference
The IRS considers expenses for medical equipment, supplies, and diagnostic devices used for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease as qualified medical expenses. Sleep apnea supplies, such as CPAP machines, masks, and tubing, fall into this category as they are specifically designed to treat the medical condition of sleep apnea.
When It Qualifies
- •The supplies must be prescribed by a licensed medical professional.
- •The supplies must be used to treat a diagnosed medical condition of sleep apnea.
When It Doesn't
- •Supplies purchased for general health or comfort without a specific medical diagnosis or prescription.
- •Items that are not primarily for medical care, even if they offer some health benefit.
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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 these items are generally eligible, always check with your specific plan administrator as individual plan rules can vary. Keep all receipts and documentation, including prescriptions, for substantiation purposes. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.