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Is Birth Control HSA Eligible?

HSA Eligible

Birth control is HSA eligible. This includes prescriptions (pills, patches) and medical procedures (IUDs, injections) used for family planning.

IRS Reference

IRS Publication 502 includes birth control pills and medical procedures for family planning as qualified medical expenses.

Eligibility Conditions

✅ Qualifies

  • Prescription birth control pills
  • IUD insertion and removal
  • Injected birth control (Depo-Provera)
  • Birth control patches and rings
  • Morning-after pills (Plan B)

❌ Does Not Qualify

  • Non-prescription items not recognized by the CARES Act
  • Late-night delivery fees for pharmacy orders

Real-World Examples

✅ Eligible

  • Generic or brand name birth control pills
  • Plan B (Morning After Pill)
  • Doctor’s visit for IUD placement
  • NuvaRing prescriptions

❌ Not Eligible

  • Condoms (unless purchased for medical treatment with LMN — rare)
  • Period tracking apps with no medical diagnosis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plan B HSA eligible?+
Yes. Emergency contraception (morning-after pills) like Plan B is HSA eligible without a prescription.
Can I use my HSA for IUD removal?+
Yes. Both the insertion and removal of a long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) like an IUD are fully HSA eligible.

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