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Is Digital Thermometer HSA/FSA Eligible?

Category: Medical Devices & Equipment · Updated 2026-11-11
ELIGIBLE
The Ruling

Basic diagnostic tool, no LMN needed.

Medical careIRC §213(d) · IRS Pub. 502
Typical price$10-25
Letter of Medical NecessityNot required

How the rule applies

A thermometer is a basic diagnostic tool for detecting fever. It is a straightforward eligible expense, with no prescription or letter required.

What to keep for your records

Keep the receipt with the product name and date.

Watch out for

Infrared, ear and forehead models all count. A smart home gadget with a thermometer feature may not, so choose a product sold as a thermometer.

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.

Shop on FSA Store → Shop on HSA Store →

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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.

Your next step

Learn what applies to you, run your own numbers, then act on it.

1 · LearnReimburse yourself laterNo HSA deadline: pay now, claim years from nowRead the guide 2 · AssessContribution CalculatorYour exact 2026 HSA or FSA limit, catch-up includedOpen the tool
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