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Can I request FSA reimbursement for services I received before the plan year begins if Im not billed until after the plan year starts?

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Can I request FSA reimbursement for services I received before the plan year begins if Im not billed until after the plan year starts?

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According to IRS guidelines, a qualified expense is “incurred” at the time the service is provided, not when you are billed or when you actually pay for this service. Therefore, you can only file claims for eligible expenses incurred during the same plan year.