Q.- I heard that it is possible to use a health FSA to purchase vitamins. Is this true?
A.- Maybe. If an item has both a medical and a non-medical purpose (a massage, nasal strips, vitamins, or compression socks, for example), a Letter of Medical Necessity from a doctor must be submitted confirming that the item is for medical care. If the item is for medical care and not just for general good health, and if sufficient documentation is submitted to support that claim, the cost of the vitamins may be reimbursed from a health FSA.