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Is Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period HSA or FSA eligible?

You can pay for this directly with your HSA or FSA, or reimburse yourself later.

Reviewed against IRS Publication 502 · Updated June 19, 2026

No — Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period is not HSA eligible

Expenses not incurred during the coverage period of a flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), a limited-purpose flexible spending account (LPFSA) or a dependent care flexible spending account (DCFSA) are not eligible for reimbursement. Using HSA funds for Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period would be a non-qualified distribution subject to income tax, plus a 20% penalty if you are under 65.

Not a qualified medical expense

Paying with HSA funds results in income tax on the amount and a 20% penalty if you’re under age 65. Keep Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period off your HSA unless circumstances change.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period FSA or HRA eligible too?

No. Because FSAs and HRAs follow the same IRS Publication 502 rules as HSAs, Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period is generally not reimbursable through an FSA or HRA either.

Can I use my HSA debit card to pay for Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period?

No. Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period is not a qualified medical expense. Using your HSA card would be a non-qualified distribution subject to income tax and a 20% penalty if you are under 65.

Do I need to keep a receipt for Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period?

Yes — for every HSA withdrawal the IRS requires documentation proving the expense was qualified. Keep itemized receipts for at least 3 years after the tax year.

Can I reimburse myself years later for Expenses Not Incurred During The Coverage Period?

Yes — the IRS imposes no time limit on HSA reimbursements. As long as the expense was incurred after your HSA was established and you have documentation, you can reimburse yourself years or even decades later.

Source: IRS Publication 502 — Medical and Dental Expenses. Not tax advice; consult a tax professional for your situation.