5 quick ways to spend your extra FSA money before it's too late (2022)

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5 quick ways to spend your extra FSA money before it's too late (2022)

It's a use it-or-lose-it benefit, so spend your money soon.

SiNing Chan

Last edited 106 days ago by SiNing Chan

My FSA Shopping List

Items sorted by most expensive so you can use up your money more quickly—with as few purchases as possible.

My FSA Purchases

Manually add items you've purchased that aren't in your shopping list.

FSA (Flexible Spending Account) money is a ‘use it or lose it’ program. Unless your FSA provider offers a (i.e. March 15, 2023), most people need to spend their Flexible Spending Account money by December 31, 11:59pm)—before it’s forfeited. Because every program is slightly different, it’s important you check your FSA administrator for more details.

Here’s how

1. Enter the amount left in your FSA account (in US dollars):

500.00

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2. Browse for items specifically marked as FSA-/HSA- approved

Many online stores (see below) highlight, or let you filter out, FSA-/HSA- approved items. Instead of stockpiling boxes of bandaids or antacids I’ve learned to purchase fewer (more pricey) items that are more valuable. Buy health- and medical-related consumables you use often or find higher-priced items you’d typically be more hesitant to purchase. Make a copy of this doc in order to save

your wishlist⁠

track purchases⁠

, or add more ideas to the

Research⁠

page.

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My top picks for 2022

Note: I’m not sponsored by any companies, nor do I have any affiliate links.

1. COVID/PDE | Self-tests and preventative healthcare

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iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test, 2 per Pack

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Est. price:

$17.98

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Link:

iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test, 2 per Pack (Amazon⁠ )

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Add to my list

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2. Wellness | Health devices

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Aura Revive Heated Deep Muscle Pain Relief Device

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Est. price:

$199.99

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Link:

Aura Revive Heated Deep Muscle Pain Relief Device (FSA Store⁠ )

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Add to my list

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3. First aid | Emergency & survival kits

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Surviveware Comprehensive Premium First Aid Kit Emergency Medical Kit

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Est. price:

$129.00

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Link:

Surviveware Comprehensive Premium First Aid Kit Emergency Medical Kit (Amazon⁠ )

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Add to my list

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4. Vision care | Prescription lenses and solutions

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DAILIES AquaComfort Plus - 90 pack

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Est. price:

$73.99

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Link:

DAILIES AquaComfort Plus - 90 pack (1-800 Contacts⁠ )

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Add to my list

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5. Family | Baby and pregnancy items

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Baby video monitors, breast pumps, belly wraps⁠

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Pregnancy & fertility kits⁠

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Owlet Cam 2 & Dream Sock Duo

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Est. price:

$429.00

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Link:

Owlet Cam 2 & Dream Sock Duo (FSA Store⁠ )

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Add to my list

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More FSA shopping options:

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FSAstore.com | The One-Stop-Shop for Flexible Spending Accounts⁠

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Amazon FSA/HSA Store⁠

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1-800-CONTACTS⁠

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Warby Parker⁠

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CVS Pharmacy⁠

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Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Eligible Products | Walgreens⁠

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