Candor

Is Cosmetic surgery HSA-eligible?

No — not HSA-eligible

Procedures to improve appearance without treating disease or deformity are NOT eligible.

IRS authority

IRC §213(d)(9); IRS Pub. 502

Worth knowing

Reconstructive surgery after an accident, disease, or congenital condition IS eligible.

Category: Other · Bucket C (Not HSA-eligible)

This one doesn't qualify, but a lot of similar items do.

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Informational only — not tax, legal, or medical advice. Consult a qualified tax professional about your situation. Rules version 2026-08-15, last verified July 2026.

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