Some eyeglass accessories are eligible for purchase with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA), but not all. To qualify, the item must be used to maintain or support prescription eyeglasses, which are considered a medical device under IRS Code Section 213(d).
Why Are Some Eyeglass Accessories FSA/HSA Eligible?
Prescription eyeglasses are used to correct vision, a diagnosed medical condition. Accessories that are necessary for the care, maintenance, or function of those prescription lenses are also considered eligible medical expenses. According to the SIGIS Eligible Product List Criteria, items used to support medical devices (like cleaning and repair tools for prescription eyewear) may be reimbursable.
FSA- and HSA-eligible eyeglass accessories include:
Lens cleaning wipes and sprays specifically labeled for prescription glasses
Anti-fog solutions for prescription lenses
Repair kits for prescription glasses (e.g., nose pads, screws, mini screwdrivers)
Prescription lens clip-ons or accessories that enhance vision
Contact lens cases or cleaning accessories (if used for prescription lenses)
These items are eligible when used with corrective eyewear or contacts that are medically necessary.
What’s Not Covered?
Accessories that are purely cosmetic or unrelated to the medical function of the glasses are not eligible. This includes:
Fashion eyeglass cases or pouches without a medical care function
Neck chains, decorative charms, or holders
Non-prescription blue light glasses or accessories for them
Cosmetic cleaning cloths or kits not labeled for prescription lens use
Additionally, general-purpose sunglasses accessories are not covered unless used with prescription lenses.
How to Buy Eyeglass Accessories with Your FSA or HSA
You can purchase eligible eyeglass accessories directly at buyFSA.com using your FSA or HSA card. Every item listed on buyFSA.com is FSA- and HSA-eligible, so there’s no guesswork or reimbursement hassle.
If purchasing elsewhere:
Use your FSA or HSA card at checkout (in-store or online)
Look for items specifically labeled for use with prescription eyewear
Save your receipt in case your plan administrator requests documentation
Avoid decorative or cosmetic eyewear accessories not linked to a medical device
