Health care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
A health care FSA reimburses you for eligible health care expenses for you and your eligible dependents. Eligible expenses include medical, dental, vision, hearing and prescription drug expenses. You can also use FSA funds to pay for copays, coinsurance and certain over-the-counter (OTC) items.
Find out ways you can use your funds so you don't lose them.
Learn about eligible health care expenses for your health care FSA.
A health care FSA lets you cover eligible health expenses with before-tax dollars.
Save up to 30% with your FSA card
Your FSA card is the fastest and most convenient way to pay for qualified expenses like bandages, braces, chiropractors and more. Plus, you save up to 30% since you’re using pre-tax dollars.* Browse qualified expenses.
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Don't leave money behind
In most cases, your health care FSA funds are available as soon as they appear in your account. It’s important to understand that in most cases, FSAs have a "use-it-or-lose-it" rule. That means you may lose any money left in your account at the end of the plan year. Use your FSA card to shop local retailers and save up to 30%* since you're using pretax dollars. Learn more.
Tax savings
Your taxable income is reduced by the amounts you deposit into your FSA accounts, up to IRS limits.
2024 limits:
- Health care FSA max IRS election: $3,200
- Dependent care FSA max IRS election:
- Individual: $2,500
- Family: $5,000
Additional resources
Getting started with your FSA
Common FSA eligible/ineligible expenses
This document helps you determine which expenses may be eligible for reimbursement under your health care FSA.
Tips for spending your FSA
It’s important to understand the "use-it-or-lose-it" rule for FSAs. That means you may lose any money left in your account at the end of the plan year.
Paying with your FSA
FSA: How to upload a receipt
Learn how to upload a receipt for an Optum Bank debit Mastercard® purchase.
FSA: How to file a claim
Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to file a claim.
Using your FSA card
Use your FSA card for everyday health expenses like bandages, chiropractors and contacts — all while saving 30% with pre-tax funds.*
*Savings compares using pre-tax income in your FSA to using after-tax income for purchases and assumes a 30% combined tax rate from all applicable federal, state and FICA taxes. Results and amount will vary depending on your circumstances.