Better Ways to Use Your FSA

Whether you just opened an account or you've been using one for years, this quick refresher on better ways to use your FSA is a good excuse to take a fresh look at what it can do. With a little curiosity, it can support your health in ways you may not have considered.

Key takeaways

Your FSA reaches into more of daily life than you'd expect.
Shop by health condition, not just by product type.
Use your FSA to pay for telehealth, including services you may not expect.
FSA Store® tools make every dollar go further.

Everyday essentials, and a few surprises

Start with the basics. Pain relievers, allergy medicine, bandages, sunscreen, first aid kits, and reading glasses are all FSA eligible. Over-the-counter medicine and menstrual care products qualify too.

Then it gets more interesting. Your FSA can also cover hydrating electrolyte drink mixes, acne patches, soothing ointments, and a whole lot more. With thousands of guaranteed FSA eligible products from brands you know and love, FSA Store® is the easiest place to find them all, with no second-guessing at checkout.

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Shop by what matters to you

Sometimes you know what health condition you're dealing with, but not which products can help. Our Shop by Health Condition section organizes FSA eligible products around real needs:

Pain—relief for everyday aches and soreness.
Skin—care for breakouts, dryness, sun protection, and more.
Allergy & sinus—seasonal and year-round relief.
Heart & blood pressure—tools to help you keep an eye on your numbers.
Digestion—support for stomach and digestive relief.
Bladder & incontinence—discreet products for personal care.
Diabetes—supplies and daily-management essentials.
Sleep—help for restful nights.
Menopause—products for relief during this life stage.

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Use your FSA to pay for telehealth services

Care doesn't always have to start with a trip to the doctor's office. Virtual visits are generally an FSA eligible expense, and our telehealth offerings make it easy to get started from home. A few to explore:

Weight loss by Patiently™ by FSA & HSA Store®—prescription plans with FSA eligible GLP-1 treatments, including compounded options, Ozempic® Pen, Wegovy® Pill, and Zepbound® KwikPen®.
FSA Store® Optical—eyeglasses, contacts, and prescription sunglasses, including luxury brands and the new Ray-Ban and Oakley Meta AI glasses.
Oura Ring—a smart ring that tracks your sleep, activity, and heart rate, with daily insights in the Oura app.
Clear aligners from SmileSet—take impressions at home, and licensed dental professionals create your custom plan.
Menopause care by Patiently™ by FSA & HSA Store®—care from a licensed provider at home, for symptoms like hot flashes and sleepless nights.

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Discover something new

Part of the fun of an FSA is finding things you didn't know you could buy. These curated collections make it easy:

Best Sellers—see what other FSA shoppers reach for most.
Surprisingly Eligible™—find everyday items you may not have realized qualify.
Trending—spot what's popular right now.
Caring Mill®—explore our own brand of everyday essentials, designed to deliver quality and value.

Make every dollar go further

Smart shopping applies to health care too. Our FSA Perks® rewards program lets you earn points for shopping, referring friends, and more, then turn them into savings at checkout. You can also visit our Savings Center to find coupon codes for up to $50 off your purchase.

A few other free resources can help:

Complete FSA Eligibility List®—a searchable, detailed look at what qualifies.
Learning Center—guides on budgeting, contributions, tax info, and more.
FSA Spending Calculator™—estimate your health spending so you can contribute the amount that's right for you.

In summary

Your FSA can support your health in many ways, from everyday essentials and condition-specific products to telehealth visits. Browsing by health condition, exploring curated collections, and using rewards and savings tools can help you get more from every dollar. A little curiosity goes a long way.

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