Help me spend $1000 (from Flex Spending Account)

JodiLinn503

We had my employer pull $1000 pre-tax for our flexible spending account this year. Unfortunately (well, I guess it should be "fortunately") we haven't had many dr visits, copays, etc. to use it on and have used less than $150. What would you suggest we spend it on???

kristalovesjared

If you haven't been to the dentist, then go!

New sunglasses from the eye doctor!  

seattlestef

OTC Medicine for your family

Are you considering getting an IUD anytime soon? It would be worth doing this year if you want one anyway.

Make appts with any specialists you need to see - dermatologist to do a body scan for moles, cardiologist if there is any need, eye doctor etc.

I think a breast pump applies.... maybe if you need one now or want one for a future baby?

WatchPot

seattlestef:

OTC Medicine for your family

Are you considering getting an IUD anytime soon? It would be worth doing this year if you want one anyway.

Make appts with any specialists you need to see - dermatologist to do a body scan for moles, cardiologist if there is any need, eye doctor etc.

I think a breast pump applies.... maybe if you need one now or want one for a future baby?

Healthcare reform changed the rules for what you can buy OTC with Flex dollars.

 New glasses/contacts or corrective surgery

Dental or orthodontia (if needed)

Dermotology is covered:  Go get some facials or "skin treatments"

coribecca

Drugstore.com has an FSA store with a bunch of items.

seattlestef

Oh how about some massages at the Chiropractor?

Seattle_JiLLn

Do you have any day care expenses?  Don't those count?

one2andnow3

We bought a really good inner ear thermometer and baby tylonol with some of our flex account.

Em7.31.04

Seattle_JiLLn:

Do you have any day care expenses?  Don't those count?

My FSAs are separate, one for daycare & one for healthcare.  They aren't interchangeable.  I'm guessing this is how hers is set up. 

koosh ball

Just FYI, massages don't count without a prescription from the doctor. OTC aren't covered anymore is my understanding.

My favorite way to use FSA is with eyeglasses/sunglasses and drugstore.com FSA store.

JodiLinn503

Em7.31.04:

Seattle_JiLLn:

Do you have any day care expenses?  Don't those count?

My FSAs are separate, one for daycare & one for healthcare.  They aren't interchangeable.  I'm guessing this is how hers is set up. 

Yes, mine is the same as Emily's. We have a daycare expense account and a healthcare FSA.