Yes! You can use your FSA or HSA to buy glasses online as long as they contain prescription lenses. Use your FSA or HSA card at checkout, just as you would with any other credit or debit card. We recommended keeping a copy of your receipt for tax purposes.
Which glasses are eligible for FSA or HSA coverage?
You can use your FSA or HSA for any glasses, as long as they have prescription lenses.
Eyeglasses
Blue light
Light responsive
Sunglasses
Not enough money on your card for your whole purchase?
No problem! Give us a call and we can split the payment between your FSA/HSA card and your regular debit or credit card.
What’s the difference between HSA and FSA?
Health Savings Accounts
HSA accounts allow you to save pre-tax money for medical expenses like glasses, contacts, and exams. Funds never expire, but you need a high-deductible health plan to open one.
Flexible Spending Accounts
FSA accounts are funded by your employer with pre-tax money meant for qualified medical expenses. Unused funds often expire at the end of the year—check your plan for details.
FAQs
Are blue light glasses FSA or HSA eligible?
Yes. Blue light glasses are an FSA or HSA eligible expense as long as they have a prescription within the lenses.
Does FSA or HSA cover sunglasses?
Yes. FSA or HSA accounts cover sunglasses as long as they have a prescription within the lens. Non-prescription sunglasses are not currently FSA or HSA eligible.
Are light responsive glasses eligible for FSA or HSA?
Yes, glasses containing light responsive lenses are FSA or HSA eligible as long as they have a prescription within them.
Can I get non-prescription glasses with my HSA or FSA?
Unfortunately, no. Glasses without prescription lenses are not HSA or FSA eligible.
How do I submit a claim for glasses purchased with FSA or HSA?
If you used your FSA or HSA debit card at checkout, no claim submission is typically required; however, keep your receipt for tax purposes. If you paid out of pocket, hang onto your receipt and follow your specific provider’s reimbursement process.
What if my FSA or HSA balance doesn’t cover the full cost?
We’ve got you covered! If your FSA or HSA balance doesn’t cover the full cost of your new glasses, just give us a call at 1-800-430-3937 and we can split the payment between your FSA/HSA card and your regular debit or credit card.
Can I use my FSA or HSA for contacts and glasses?
Yes! You can use your pre-tax FSA or HSA funds for contacts and glasses as long as the lenses contain a prescription.