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I realize many of you are probably aware of this, this is for those out there who aren't. If you have a FSA (flexible spending account) at your place of employment, you can get reimbursed for the price difference between regular foods and GF replacements. For example, a regular loaf of bread costs a dollar and a GF loaf costs $4 - you can get the $3 price difference reimbursed back to you through your FSA. I realize it is still your money, but at least you are not paying taxes on that $3. Certainly something to plan for when you budget for your FSA next year or if you have money left this year.

My FSA required a letter from my doctor indicating my diagnosis of Celiac disease, the receipts from my GF food purchases, and a worksheet showing the price difference. You will need to contact your FSA administration company to find out their specific requirements. If you get someone who flatly says no this is not reimbursable, press them or ask to talk to a supervisor. Since the price difference is tax deductible, it should also be a reimbursable item through FSA. Fortunately, when I called my administrator a few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to talk to a very thorough representative who did a lot of digging before she finally found out that it did indeed qualify. 

Hope this helps!

Dwight Senne
Marion, IA

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