Save on eligible health care expenses with a health care flexible spending account (FSA) from Syracuse University, administered by HealthEquity. For tools and resources, visit the HealthEquity website for a savings calculator, eligible expenses list, and more.
Key Features
- Who Can Use It: You, your spouse, children, or dependents on your tax return—regardless of your health plan.
- 2025 Contribution Limit: $3,300, with up to $660 carried over into 2026.
- Eligible Expenses: Medical, dental, vision, prescription costs, and some over-the-counter items. Cosmetic expenses are not covered.
Reimbursement Options
- Automatic Reimbursement: Link your Syracuse University health claims directly to your account for automatic reimbursements during your benefits enrollment process or contact HR Shared Services to turn this feature on for you. Not available for domestic partner expenses unless they qualify as your tax dependents.
- Other Easy Options to File Claims: EZ Receipts App, your FSA online account, or paper claim form [PDF].
- Direct Deposit: Remember, you can set up direct deposit through HealthEquity to receive reimbursements faster.
Deadlines
Use your funds by the end of the plan year, Dec. 31. Submit claims to HealthEquity by April 30 of the following year.
Enrollment and Changes
You can elect or adjust your FSA during Open Enrollment, when newly eligible, or after a qualifying life event.
Questions or Assistance
- HealthEquity: 877.924.3967 (TTY: 866.353.8058) for questions on the benefit features and options.
- HR Shared Services: 315.443.4042 should you have employee benefit questions or require accommodations to access any information on this webpage.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this website is accurate. However, the benefits are governed by legal documents (which, in certain circumstances, may include insurance contracts). If there is any difference between the information in this website and the official documents, the official documents will control. As is the case with all of Syracuse University’s employee benefit plans, the University reserves the right to modify or terminate these benefits at any time.