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A flexible spending account (FSA), provided by an employer, allows you to use pre-tax money to pay for health care expenses for you, your spouse, or for your dependents. You choose how much money you want to save, and that amount is deducted from your paycheck throughout the year. You can then use those pre-tax dollars to pay for a wide variety of FSA-eligible items and health-care expenses, from medical appointments to first-aid supplies. Many people know their FSA covers copays at the doctor, prescription medicines, and even sunscreen. But many are not aware that blood pressure monitors and digital thermometers are over-the-counter (OTC) items that are 100% FSA eligible.

For 2023, the maximum employee FSA contribution rose to $3050 (this is $200 more than the 2022 limit of $2850). If your employer plan allows you to carry money into the next year, you can now carry over up to $610 from 2023-2024. Previously, the limit was $570 for 2022-2023. However, as employers aren’t required to offer this carry-over option, it’s important to check with your plan administrator to find out if this benefit is available to you.

Similarly, a health savings account (HSA) allows you to set aside pre-tax money in a savings account to pay for medical expenses. Unlike an FSA, the account is not provided by an employer, and money can be rolled over year after year.

Many different health items are FSA or HSA eligible. Many items are also eligible through Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) plans, but you need to check with your plan administrator to confirm HRA eligibility. Some medical products don’t even require a doctor’s prescription to be FSA eligible—including Withings BPM Connect, our Wi-Fi blood pressure monitor, and Thermo, our smart temporal thermometer. Investing in a durable product like a blood pressure monitor is a smart way to use your flexible health savings account money and can provide health benefits for years to come.

Note: This information is for educational purposes only. As rules and regulations change frequently, please always refer back to your plan provider for current limits and regulations.