Is Iron Supplements (Prescribed) HSA-Eligible? (2026)
Iron supplements are HSA-eligible when prescribed by a doctor for iron-deficiency anemia.
Typical Cost
$5–$20/month (OTC with LMN); $500–$3,000 (iron infusions)
Details
Iron supplements taken for a diagnosed medical condition like iron-deficiency anemia are HSA-eligible with a doctor's prescription or letter of medical necessity. General iron supplements taken for wellness purposes don't qualify — they fall under the same rules as vitamins. Prescription iron infusions for severe anemia are always eligible as a medical procedure.
Requirements
Requires a doctor's prescription or letter of medical necessity for a diagnosed iron deficiency or anemia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are iron supplements HSA-eligible?
Only with a doctor's prescription for a diagnosed condition like anemia. General wellness use doesn't qualify.
Are iron infusions HSA-eligible?
Yes. Iron infusions administered at a clinic for severe anemia are qualified medical procedures.
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