Candor

Is Health & wellness coaches HSA-eligible?

No — not HSA-eligible

General wellness coaching is not medical care.

IRS authority

IRS Pub. 502 (general-health exclusion)

Worth knowing

A registered dietitian treating a diagnosed condition (e.g., diabetes) 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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