HSA Guide
Can I Use my HSA Card to Buy Tampons?
Published September 4, 2022
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Yes, you can use your HSA card to buy tampons. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offer a convenient way to pay for various eligible medical expenses, and that includes feminine hygiene products like tampons. Tampons are considered a qualified medical expense under IRS guidelines, making them eligible for purchase using your HSA funds.
Absolutely! You can use your HSA card to purchase tampons and other feminine hygiene products. These items are categorized as qualified medical expenses by the IRS, which allows you to utilize your HSA funds for these necessary purchases.
IRS classification and saving receipts
Here are some key points to remember when using your HSA card to buy tampons:
- Tampons are classified as a medical expense by the IRS, which makes them HSA-eligible.
- Make sure to save your receipts as documentation in case of an audit.
- Not all stores may automatically code tampon purchases as HSA-eligible, so keeping your receipt is important.