In an effort to expand HSA coverage in response to COVID-19, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”), has expanded HSA-eligible items to include over-the-counter medical products without a prescription, or letter of medical necessity from a physician.
Examples include pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), cough medication and decongestants, allergy medication, and others. For a full list of eligible products, see here.
This is effective as of March 27, 2020 and applies to all qualified purchases made after January 1st, 2020.
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