A new bill was introduced Feb. 11 that would increase access to certain oral care items that can be purchased with flexible spending account and health savings account funds.
The Oral Health Products Inclusion Act, was introduced in the House of Representatives with the support of the ADA and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, a national trade association representing manufacturers and marketers of consumer health care products. In a statement, the consumer association said that by allowing over-the-counter oral care essentials — including toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss and mouthwash — to qualify as eligible medical essentials, Americans will be able to take charge of their own health.
The legislation will reduce families’ long-term medical costs for more severe health conditions potentially caused by poor oral hygiene, according to the statement.
Source: New bill would allow oral care items to be purchased through FSAs, HSAs / ADA News