Is Massage Therapy HSA/FSA Eligible?
Eligible only when a provider documents it as treatment for a specific diagnosed condition via an LMN. Relaxation massage does not qualify.
How the rule applies
Massage therapy is eligible only when it treats a specific diagnosed condition, with a provider's documentation. A massage for relaxation does not qualify.
What to keep for your records
Get a Letter of Medical Necessity from your doctor before the sessions begin. It should name the condition and the number of sessions. Keep the letter and the receipts.
Watch out for
Spa visits and tips for general stress relief are not covered. Therapy delivered by a licensed physical therapist for an injury is handled differently and is usually eligible.
Get a Letter of Medical Necessity
A Letter of Medical Necessity from a licensed provider can make this eligible for HSA/FSA funds when it treats a specific diagnosed condition. Your plan administrator still makes the final call.
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This ruling applies the HSA/FSA account rules (IRC §223, IRS Pub. 969), the medical-care definition they rely on (IRC §213(d), IRS Pub. 502) and any later statutory change or IRS guidance listed above. It is for informational purposes only. Eligibility can vary slightly by plan administrator — when in doubt, confirm with yours before purchasing.