Flexible Spending Accounts

A Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is a voluntary benefit account that allows you to set aside money out of your paycheck to pay for eligible health care or dependent day care expenses for yourself and/or eligible family members on a pre-tax basis (exempt from federal and state taxes). 

Use the buttons below to learn more about the different FSA types.

FSA resources

• FSA Overview
• General Purpose vs. Limited Purpose
• Health Care Carryover FAQ
• Eligible FSA Expenses
• Orientation Video
• FSA vs. HSA
• FSA Store
• CMU Choices Flexible Plan Document