Is Special Education (Learning Disability) HSA-Eligible? (2026)
Special education for children with learning disabilities is HSA-eligible when recommended by a doctor.
Typical Cost
$5,000–$50,000+ per year
Details
Tuition at a special school for a child with a learning disability caused by a mental or physical impairment (dyslexia, ADHD, autism, etc.) can be a qualified medical expense. The key: a doctor must recommend the school, and the main reason for attendance must be the learning disability, not general education. Tutoring by a specially trained teacher for a child with a diagnosed learning disability can also qualify.
Requirements
Requires a doctor's recommendation. The primary reason for the school or tutoring must be the diagnosed learning disability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is special education HSA-eligible?
Yes, when a doctor recommends it for a diagnosed learning disability. The school's primary purpose must be addressing the disability.
Is tutoring for dyslexia HSA-eligible?
Yes, if the tutoring is by a specially trained teacher and recommended by a doctor for a diagnosed learning disability.
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