Is St. John's Wort FSA/HSA Eligible?

Quick Answer

St. John's Wort may be FSA/HSA eligible with a Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN). You will need a prescription or written documentation from a healthcare provider to qualify for reimbursement.

Things to Know

• 1A Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from your doctor is required to use FSA/HSA funds
• 2The LMN must explain the specific medical condition and how this item treats it
• 3Submit the LMN along with your receipt for reimbursement
• 4Some plan administrators may require annual renewal of your LMN

Eligibility Summary

Category

Letter of Medical Necessity Required

Eligibility Status

Requires LMN

Eligible Account Types

FSA, HSA, HRA

Letter of Medical Necessity Required

A Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) from your doctor or healthcare provider is required to use FSA/HSA funds for this item. The letter must explain the medical need.

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