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Eligible health care expenses include the following:

  • Abortion
  • Acupuncture
  • Alcoholism and drug abuse treatment
  • Allergy treatments
  • Ambulance services
  • Antacids
  • Artificial teeth
  • Birth control pills and devices when prescribed by a physician
  • Chiropractic treatments
  • Coinsurance amounts
  • Contact lenses
  • Crutches
  • Deductibles for Medical, Dental or Vision Plans
  • Dental Treatment (Non-cosmetic)
  • Egg donor fees and expenses
  • Medical expenses related to the treatment of infertility
  • Guide dog
  • Hearing aids
  • Hospital expenses
  • Insulin
  • In vitro fertilization
  • Laboratory fees
  • LASIK – laser surgery to correct or promote the proper function of the eye
  • Medicines - for prescribed medicines and drugs
  • Nicotine patches and gum
  • Nursing services
  • Orthodontia
  • Orthopedic shoes and appliances
  • Over-the-counter medications/supplies*
  • Oxygen
  • Physical therapy
  • Prostheses
  • Psychological or Psychiatric care
  • Radial Keratotomy (corrective eye surgery)
  • Vaccines
  • Vision care expense

*Some “over-the-counter” medical expenses may only be reimbursed if used to treat a specific medical condition and proper documentation is submitted with your claim. Most over-the-counter drugs or medicines are eligible; cosmetic, toiletry, or sundry items are not eligible. Documentation must include a store receipt showing: the place of purchase, the date of purchase, name of the item and the amount charged. For expenses requiring additional documentation, a letter of necessity from your physician or dentist will be required.

  

 
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