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Is Tampons FSA/HSA eligible?
Eligible
Yes. Tampons and other menstrual care products are FSA and HSA eligible, no prescription required.
Why
What the IRS rules say
The CARES Act added menstrual care products to the list of eligible medical expenses in 2020. Tampons, pads, cups, and period underwear all qualify at checkout or by reimbursement.
Based on CARES Act (2020), Section 3702.
How to pay with FSA/HSA
You have two options. Swipe your FSA or HSA card at checkout and it comes straight out of your benefits, or pay your own way, keep the receipt, and file for reimbursement. Either works.
Good to know
Common questions
Are pads and menstrual cups eligible too?
Yes. The CARES Act covers menstrual care broadly, including pads, liners, cups, and period underwear.
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