Yes, snoreplasty may be eligible for reimbursement with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) when it is used to treat a diagnosed medical condition such as sleep apnea. However, it is not eligible when performed solely to reduce snoring without a related health diagnosis.
Why Is Snoreplasty Conditionally FSA/HSA Eligible?
Snoreplasty—also known as injection snoreplasty—is a non-surgical procedure that involves injecting a hardening agent (typically sodium tetradecyl sulfate) into the soft palate to reduce snoring by stiffening tissue. While it is often used for cosmetic or comfort-related purposes, it may qualify as an eligible medical expense when performed to treat an underlying health condition such as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or a related airway disorder.
Under IRS Publication 502, medical procedures are eligible for FSA and HSA reimbursement if they are performed primarily to treat or alleviate a medical condition, not for cosmetic or non-medical purposes.
Eligible expenses may include:
Pre-procedure consultation with a physician
The snoreplasty procedure when medically necessary
- Follow-up visits related to treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders
What’s Not Covered?
The following are not eligible:
Snoreplasty performed solely to reduce snoring without a related diagnosis
Procedures done for cosmetic or comfort reasons only
Snoreplasty administered by providers who are not licensed medical professionals
Any associated travel or lodging unless meeting specific IRS medical travel criteria
If the treatment is for general snoring without medical necessity, it does not qualify for reimbursement.
How to Use Your FSA or HSA for Snoreplasty
If your snoreplasty treatment is recommended by a healthcare provider for a medical condition:
Use your FSA or HSA card to pay at the time of service
Request an itemized receipt showing the procedure and diagnosis
Retain documentation in case your plan administrator requires proof of medical necessity
If the treatment is not tied to a diagnosed sleep disorder, it will not be eligible.
For more guidance, refer to IRS Publication 502.
