There are many surprising wellness devices that your health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) might cover, but this one is particularly un-fur-gettable, as it doesn't solely promote human wellness: Whisker's Litter-Robot.
Today, Whisker announced that, in partnership with HSA/FSA e-commerce platform Sika Health, its automatic litter devices are the first and only of their kind to qualify for HSA and FSA eligibility for pet parents with medical conditions -- such as limited mobility, pregnancy, chronic pain, arthritis, allergies and other conditions you can find here -- that make litter box maintenance difficult.
This includes items from Whisker's recently launched Litter-Robot lineup, as well as the Feeder-Robot for automatic feedings. A Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) is required for purchase, which can be facilitated through Sika Health, and Whisker is fully covering the $30 LMN processing fee. Free shipping is also offered (excluding Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico) along with a 90-day trial.
That's right, FSAs and HSAs are no longer for just doctors' appointments and medications. "This trend is transforming how employees view their benefits, as these accounts aren't just for emergencies anymore," said Chris Byrd, senior vice president at WEX, a global commerce platform that administers HSAs and FSAs.
Curious which human-only wellness devices your HSA or FSA may cover? We included some surprising items below. (Just note that certain products may only be eligible for coverage based on medical necessity, for which a doctor's note is required.)
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1. Massage guns
You may be surprised to learn that massage guns like Therabody's Theraguns could be FSA- or HSA-eligible. Starting at $200, you can also find two massage guns from the brand Caring Mill by Aura, an in-house brand from the HSA and FSA Stores, that could be eligible. One is even heated and comes in a two-pack.
There's also a vibrating, heated foam roller and Therabody's TheraCup for cupping therapy paired with heat and vibration.
2. Oura Ring
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