Are Non-Prescription Sunglasses HSA/FSA Eligible?
Without a corrective lens, sunglasses are treated as a general consumer item, not a medical expense.
How the rule applies
Without a corrective lens, sunglasses are a consumer product, not medical care. This is true even when they protect from UV light.
What to keep for your records
Do not submit these. If your doctor wants you to wear tinted lenses for a diagnosed eye condition, that is a separate case and needs a letter.
Watch out for
Prescription sunglasses and clip-on prescription lenses are eligible. Plain sunglasses sold at a pharmacy are not.
Not eligible, but don't leave HSA savings on the table
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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.