If enrolled, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) lets you use tax-free dollars from your paycheck to pay for eligible medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses.
Be sure to use your eligible FSA funds before the end of the current plan year (December 31).
Healthcare FSA-Eligible Expenses
If you know you’ll have upcoming medical, dental, or vision expenses, consider using your FSA savings to pay those costs rather than paying out of pocket. Keep your FSA card handy when shopping as well!
- Doctor and specialist copays
- Medical plan deductibles and coinsurance
- Prescription medications
- Dental care, including cleanings, fillings, and orthodontia
- Vision care, including eye exams, prescription glasses, and contact lenses
- Eligible over-the-counter medications and health products
- Eligible medical devices, supplies, and equipment
- Eligible mental health and wellness-related healthcare expenses
Here are 50 ways to spend down your FSA savings or search the FSA Eligibility List.
Dependent Care FSA-Eligible Expenses
Dependent Care FSA dollars can be used to cover childcare and elder care expenses that will allow you (and your spouse) to work or look for work.
- Daycare or preschool expenses
- Before- and after-school care
- Summer day camps
- Certain babysitting or nanny expenses
- Adult day care for an eligible dependent who cannot care for themselves