Is Braces & Orthodontia HSA/FSA Eligible?
Treatment for a diagnosed alignment issue, fully eligible, including payment plans.
How the rule applies
Braces and clear aligners that treat a diagnosed alignment problem are dental treatment, whether you are a child or an adult. Payment plans are common, and each payment counts when you make it.
What to keep for your records
Keep the treatment contract and the payment receipts. Reimbursement is for amounts you have paid, not the total contract in advance.
Watch out for
Aligners bought purely for appearance, without a dentist's treatment plan, can be questioned. Retainers prescribed by the orthodontist are eligible.
Where to buy it HSA/FSA-eligible
Pay with your HSA or FSA card directly, or buy elsewhere and save the receipt to submit for reimbursement.
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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.