How to File Claims
IRS guidelines require specific documentation to substantiate each claim submission. The following chart provides an easy description of how to
file claims and the type of documentation that is acceptable. Also included is a description of documentation that is not acceptable.
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If Covered
By Insurance
It is recommended that you submit to your insurance carrier first and obtain the insurance explanation of benefits (EOB) as follows:
1. Have the provider submit claim to insurance payer first.
2. Insurance payer will send you an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) showing the amount you owe.
3. Complete FSA claim form and include EOB to claim the amount you owe after insurance has paid.
Hint: You can register at your insurance carrier's website to view your account and obtain the EOB.
Prescriptions
Complete FSA claim form and include:
Pharmacy script or mail order statement showing patient name, name of drug/Rx item, date filled, dollar amount; or,
Itemized printout of prescription from pharmacy.
Hint: You may be able to register at your pharmacy website to view your account and obtain an itemized list of prescriptions.
Over-the-Counter
Drugs/Medicines
FSARx
Complete FSA claim form and include:
1. Cash register receipt showing merchant name, date, product description, dollar amount; and,
2. Written prescription from the patient's attending physician.
Note: Examples are antacids & digestive aids, allergy & sinus, antibiotic products, anti-diarrheal & laxatives, anti-gas products &
stomach remedies, anti-itch & insect bite treatments, baby rash ointments, cold sore remedies, cold/cough/flu/pain relief products,
motion sickness, respiratory treatments, sleep aids/sedatives, etc. Some alternative treatments may require a letter of medical necessity
from the patient’s attending physician.
Hint: Check your drugstore website as many have online FSA sections that are excellent sources of information!
Over-the-Counter
Medical Items
FSA
Complete FSA claim form and include:
Cash register receipt showing merchant name, date, product description and the dollar amount paid.
Note: Physician prescription is not required for items that are not a drug or medicine. Examples are bandages, birth control, braces &
supports, catheters, contact lens supplies & solutions, denture adhesives, diagnostic tests & monitors, elastic bandages & wraps, first aid
supplies, insulin & diabetic supplies, ostomy products, reading glasses, wheelchair, walkers, canes, etc.
Hint: Check your drugstore website as many have online FSA sections that are excellent sources of information!
If Not Covered
By Insurance
Complete FSA claim form and include an itemized statement clearly showing:
1. Provider name/address,
2. Date service was provided (not the date you paid for the service),
3. Patient name,
4. Description of service (eye exam, x-ray, crown); and,
5. Dollar amount you owe (regardless if paid).
Hint: Your health care provider may not automatically provide an itemized statement, so you may need to ask for it.
Orthodontia
Complete FSA claim form and include:
Payment coupon for monthly appointment; or,
Itemized statement and payment receipt if claiming one upfront payment (if allowed under your plan).
Hint: Some employer plans have specific payment requirements. Check your plan for this information.
Dependent Care
(Work-related
Child or Elder
Daycare)
Complete FSA claim form and include:
Provider signature on the claim form; OR,
Itemized statement from provider showing:
1. Provider name/address,
2. Date the child/elder care services was provided,
Note: Do not submit for services that have not yet been provided or future dates of service. Submit for a full month
after the month has ended or submit for the previous week's expenses.
3. Name of dependent for whom the care was provided,
4.
Type of service (daycare, day camp, preschool, after-school care, etc.); and,
5. Dollar amount you owe.
Hint: Save time and paper by having your dependent care provider sign the claim form to certify the care was provided!
IRS rules are strict. Examples of unacceptable claim documentation are:
Cancelled checks
Credit card receipts
Statements that are not itemized and say "balance forward" or "previous balance due" or "paid on account"
Statements for service that has not yet been provided, i.e., future dates of service
Pre-treatment estimates of services to be provided in the future
Statements that do not include the date service was provided
Statements that do not include the description of service
Statements that do not include the provider name, patient name and dollar amount you owe
Hint: Just follow the guidelines above to ensure your claim is processed as quickly as possible.
KEEP YOUR ORIGINAL DOCUMENTATION FOR YOUR RECORDS, AND SUBMIT A LEGIBLE COPY WITH YOUR CLAIM!
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REV 10/2013
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Claim Form
Your Name (Last, First, MI)
Social Security No. or EID or PIN
Your Employer Name
Address
State
Zip Code
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Claims
Payment is allowed only for services that have already been provided and not for services to be provided in the future.You may submit for a full
month after the month has ended or submit for the previous week's expenses. To substantiate your claim, submit an itemized statement from your
provider or simply have your provider(s) sign below to certify* the care was provided. If your provider signs below, no other supporting
documentation is required.
Name of
Dependent
Age
Dates Care Was Provided
No Future Dates
MM/DD/YY thru MM/DD/YY
Name/Address of Care Provider or Care Facility
Type of Dependent Care Service
(Daycare, Day Camp, Preschool, After School Care, etc.)
Amount
Requested
$
$
$
Total
$
*
Day Care Provider or Care Facility Certification: *
Day Care Provider or Care Facility Certification:
I certify that I provided dependent care services as detailed above.
Print Name: ___________________________________________________
Original Signature: ______________________________________________
Date: ________________________________________________________
I certify that I provided dependent care services as detailed above.
Print Name: ______________________________________________________________
Original Signature:__________________________________________________
Date: ___________________________________________________________
Health Care Flexible Spending Account Claims
Follow the instruction page "How to File Claims" and submit correct documentation to assure rapid claim processing!
Date(s) of Service
Health Care Provider
Type of Expense
(Office Visit, Crown, Eyeglasses, Rx, etc.)
Patient Name
Relationship
to You
Amount
Requested
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total
$
I certify that all expenses for which reimbursement or payment is claimed by submission of this form were incurred by me, an eligible spouse, or an eligible dependent
during a period while I was covered under my employer's FSA Plan and that the expenses have not been reimbursed and reimbursement will not be sought from any
other source. Any claimed Dependent Care expenses are work-related and were provided for my dependent under the age of 13 or for my dependent who is incapable of
self care. I understand that I am fully responsible for the accuracy of all information relating to this claim, and that unless an expense for which reimbursement is claimed
is a proper expense under the Plan, I may be liable for payment of all related taxes including federal, state, or local income tax on amounts paid from the Plan which relate
to such expense. A claim will only be processed with a completed and signed claim form and correct documentation.
Employee Signature ___________________________________________________________ Date____________________________________________
NOTE: If you submit your claim
online at www.asiflex.com,
this form is not needed.
We do not accept claims sent by email due to privacy regulations.
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