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Appendix 4: MERA Qualifying Expenses
Qualifying Medical and Dental Expenses for MERA
Qualifying medical and dental expenses that can be reimbursed under this plan are those expenses that the IRS considers tax-deductible that are not covered by any insurance plan.
"IRS Publication 502, Medical and Dental Expenses" provides detailed information about eligible expenses. Please note that although health insurance premiums are listed in this document, they are not reimbursable under this plan. Copies of IRS Publication 502 are available by contacting the Benefits Office at x-4355 or x-4478, by calling the IRS at (800) 829-3676, or on the IRS website at: www.irs.gov/publications
Examples of qualifying expenses are:
- deductibles and co-payments from your health and dental insurance plans
- prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses
- services provided by medical doctors, dentists, eye doctors, chiropractors, osteopaths, podiatrists, physical therapists, acupuncturists, psychiatrists, and psychologists
- prescription drugs, birth control pills, and vaccines
- over-the-counter (OTC) medications, (i.e. cold or cough medicines, pain relievers, allergy medications, and antacids. Items not covered include: vitamins, toiletries, cosmetics, nutritional or dietary supplements)
- hospital care (including meals and lodging)
- medical treatment at a center for substance or alcohol abuse
- transportation costs when travel to another city is primarily for and essential to receiving medical services ($.20 per mile if you use your own vehicle, parking, and tolls)
- lodging for patient and person traveling with patient, if primarily for and essential to receiving medical services, up to $50 per night per person – See IRS Publication 502 for important details.
Any determination of whether a claim is eligible for reimbursement is subject to IRS review. IRS determinations shall govern this plan.
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