HEALTH & PHARMACY

Flexible Spending Account

A flexible spending account (FSA) allows you to save money on health care expenses by paying with pre-tax dollars saved in a flexible spending account maintained through your employer.
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Hy-Vee accepts Flexible Spending account cards.

What is a flexible spending account? A flexible spending account (FSA) allows you to save money on health care expenses by paying with pre-tax dollars saved in a flexible spending account maintained through your employer. How it works
  • You designate a percentage of your paycheck to be deposited into your pre-tax flexible spending account.
  • You submit receipts for your prescriptions, over-the-counter health products and co-payments to your account administrator.
  • Your expenses are reimbursed with pre-tax dollars from your flexible spending account.
  • You spend less out of pocket.

FSA Eligible Items

What over-the-counter items are eligible for my flexible spending dollars? Over-the-counter products used to treat symptoms of injury and illness are eligible for flexible spending reimbursement, according to the IRS. Some examples of FSA items: first aid kits, bandages and thermometers. When you purchase items most likely to be eligible for flexible spending reimbursement, they are marked with a "H" on your Hy-Vee receipt.

Categories containing FSA-eligible items

Diabetes Management Alcohol, Alcohol Wipes & Swabs Artificial Sweeteners & Flavorings Diabetic Creams & Lotions Diabetic Lancets Diabetic Monitors & Test Strips Eye & Ear Care Contact Lens Accessories Contact Lens Cleaners Contact Lens Disinfectants & Storage Solutions Contact Lens Enzymatic Cleaners Contact Lens Eye Drops Contact Lens No-Rub Solutions Ear Drops & Wax removal Ear Plugs First Aid Adhesive & Liquid Bandages Alcohol, Alcohol Wipes & Swabs Anti-Itch Relief Creams Anti-Itch Relief Lotions & Gels Anti-Itch Relief Ointments & Bath Treatments Anti-Itch Relief Sprays Antiseptics & Topical Antibiotics Cold & Hot Packs Defibrillators Incontinence Incontinence Briefs Incontinence Guards Lotions & Towelettes Incontinence Pads Incontinence Liners Protective Underwear Women’s Health Devices Skin Care Acne & Blemish Astringents & Toners Acne & Blemish Cleansers & Face Washes Acne & Blemish Treatments Acne & Blemish Gels & Cleansing Pads Acne & Blemish Powders & Concealers Acne & Blemish Soaps & Sponges

FSA - eligible items that require a prescription

Allergy & Sinus Asthma Medications Eye Drops & Ointments Household Items For Allergies Allergy Medications Nasal Sprays, Drops & Strips Sinus Medications Cough & Cold Children’s Cough & Cold Medications Cough Drops & Syrups Echinacea Cold Medications Nasal Sprays, Drops & Strips Sore Throat Medications Sugar-Free Medications Zinc Lozenges Cough Medications Cold & Flu Medications Pain Relief Arthritis Pain Relief Aspirin Back Pain Children’s Pain Relief Pain Relief Creams Pain Relief Gels Cold & Hot Packs Hemorrhoid Care Lotions & Sprays Menstrual & PMS Pain Relief Migraine Pain Relief Non-Aspirin Pain Relief