Reimbursable Over-the-Counter Medications Guide
This document outlines the types of over-the-counter medications and health items that are reimbursable through health care reimbursement accounts (HRAs) and voluntary employees beneficiary association (VEBA) accounts, along with those requiring a doctor's prescription and non-reimbursable items.
SECURITY BENEFIT Reimbursable Over-the-counter Medications WITHIN HEALTH CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNTS (HRAS) AND VOLUNTARY EMPLOYEES BENEFICIARY ASSOCIATION (VEBA) ACCOUNTS Reimbursable: Antacids Anti-itch cream or lotion Allergy medication Anti-diarrhea medication, laxatives Bandages, gauze pads, first aid kits Bug bite medication Carpal tunnel wrist supports Cold/hot compress for injuries, crutches Cold medication, pain reliever Condoms, spermicidal foam Contact lens solution, cleaners Cough drops, throat lozenges, sinus medication, nasal sinus spray Diaper rash ointment First aid creams and ointments, liquid adhesives, topical ointments Glucosamine/chondroitin for arthritis or other medical conditions Hemorrhoid creams Incontinence supplies Insulin Joint/muscle pain medication Medicated shampoos and soaps Menstrual cycle products for pain and cramp relief Motion sickness pills Nasal strips for snoring Nicotine gum or patches for stop-smoking purposes Orthopedic shoe inserts Pregnancy test kits Prenatal vitamins during pregnancy Reading glasses Rubbing alcohol Sleeping aids Sunscreen SPF of 15 or higher, Lip Balm Sunburn cream or ointment Tampons, pads and liners Thermometers (ear or mouth) Wart remover treatments Reimbursable with a doctors prescription: Hormone therapy and treatment for menopausal symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats, etc.) Supplements, vitamins, or herbal treatments to treat medical condition Weight loss supplements or medications prescribed to treat a specific medical condition Not Reimbursable: Face creams, moisturizers Toiletries Toothbrushes, toothpaste Vitamins and supplements for maintaining general good health
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