FAQs

 All (Displaying results 81-88 of 88)

Page 9 of 9, Showing 8 Results

• I am a member of the uniformed services. Are there considerations I should know about opening an HCFSA as a member of the uniformed services on TRICARE? Open Closed

  Yes. Uniformed service members can visit the DoD Office of Financial Readiness website for more information about TRICARE considerations: Click here. … Read more…the full answer

• If a member of the uniformed services does not have access to the internet (e.g., due to deployment or training), can a spouse or other individual be authorized to enroll and submit claims on behalf of the Service member? Open Closed

  Yes, a spouse or other individual may enroll in an FSA on behalf of a member of the uniformed services if they have a valid power of attorney to perform this action. … Read more…the full answer

• Can I change how much I contribute if I experience a life status change, such as a permanent change of station (PCS) or military separation, and our eligibility changes? Open Closed

  These life events are called Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) and may allow you to change your election for contributions to an FSA. If something changes your eligibility, you should submit a QLE enrollment within 60 days of the QLE. Additional informat… Read more…the full answer

• Is respite care eligible for reimbursement under a DCFSA? Open Closed

  In general, no. Respite care, or temporary (short-term) care provided to full-time caregivers, is not considered eligible for reimbursement unless those expenses are incurred in order to work, look for work or attend school full time… Read more…the full answer

• The receipts provided by some DoD child care programs may not meet FSAFEDS requirements for reimbursement as they do not include information such as dates of service. If my dependent attends one of these programs, how do I submit a DCFSA claim? Open Closed

  DoD Service members utilizing DoD child care programs who have a receipt for dependent care that does not meet FSAFEDS requirements for reimbursement may be able to utilize the Parent Fee Agreement provided by DoD Child and Youth Prog… Read more…the full answer

• Can a family that is receiving DoD childcare fee assistance (also known as Child Care in your Home[CCYH] and Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood[MCCYN]) also use a DCFSA? Open Closed

  Yes. Service members receiving DoD childcare fee assistance can also participate in a DCFSA. The programs are treated differently for tax purposes. However, if a spouse of a Service member has a DCFSA or receives dependent care f… Read more…the full answer

• When can I request a QRD? Open Closed

  If you meet the requirements to request a qualified reservist distribution (QRD), you can submit a request form during the period beginning with the date of the order or call to active duty and ending on the last day of the … Read more…the full answer

• How do I request a QRD? Open Closed

  To request a qualified reservist distribution (QRD), download the HEART Act - QRD Form. Simply complete and sign the form, then fax or mail … Read more…the full answer