Is Braille Books & Materials HSA-Eligible? (2026)
The cost of Braille materials that exceeds the cost of regular print versions is HSA-eligible.
Typical Cost
Varies — difference between Braille and print versions
Details
The IRS allows the cost difference between Braille editions and regular print editions as a medical expense for visually impaired individuals. For example, if a regular book costs $20 and the Braille edition costs $50, the $30 difference is HSA-eligible. Braille writing equipment and Braille displays are also eligible as medical devices for the visually impaired.
Requirements
Only the amount exceeding the cost of regular print versions is eligible. Full cost of Braille equipment is eligible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Braille books HSA-eligible?
The additional cost over regular print versions is eligible. If a Braille book costs $30 more than the print version, that $30 qualifies.
Is a Braille display HSA-eligible?
Yes. Braille displays and Braille writing equipment are eligible medical devices for visually impaired individuals.
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