Conditionally Eligible

Is Vitamins & Supplements HSA-Eligible? (2026)

Vitamins are only HSA-eligible if prescribed to treat a specific medical condition.

Typical Cost

$10–$60 per month

Details

General-use vitamins and dietary supplements are NOT HSA-eligible, even if recommended by a doctor. However, vitamins or supplements prescribed to treat a specific diagnosed deficiency or medical condition (like prenatal vitamins during pregnancy, or iron supplements for anemia) ARE eligible with a letter of medical necessity.

Requirements

Requires a doctor's prescription or letter of medical necessity for a specific diagnosed condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are vitamins HSA-eligible?

Only if prescribed for a specific medical condition (e.g., prenatal vitamins, iron for anemia). General daily vitamins are not eligible.

Are prenatal vitamins HSA-eligible?

Yes. Prenatal vitamins during pregnancy are HSA-eligible.

Related HSA Expenses

Prescription Medications

Varies widely — $5–$500+ per prescription

Over-the-Counter Medications

$5–$30 per item

Doctor Visits

$20–$300 per visit (varies by type and insurance)

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