Can I buy shampoo with my Healthy Benefits card?

What can I buy with my health benefits card?

Can I buy soda with my OTC card?

Items that do not qualify include non-food and pet items, alcohol, baby formula, candy, chips, coffee shop items, desserts, fresh baked goods, soda, and tobacco. To check if an item is approved, members can download the Healthy Benefits Plus app, scan the product and it will advise if item is allowable.

What household items can I buy with my OTC card?

What category does shampoo fall under?

Under the law, some of the products commonly referred to as "personal care products" are cosmetics. These include, for example, skin moisturizers, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail polishes, eye and facial makeup preparations, shampoos, permanent waves, hair colors, toothpastes, and deodorants.

What is OTC shampoo?

Our OTC medicated shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis is an OTC, Over The Counter medicated shampoo that is safe enough to be purchased without a doctors prescription.

What can I buy at Dollar General with my healthy Benefits card?

Can I buy paper towels with my OTC card?

You can use your card to buy things like: Food and fresh groceries, like meat, vegetables, and canned goods. Everyday items, like toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant and shaving cream. Household goods, like laundry detergent, paper towels and tissues.

Is deodorant OTC approved?

Anti-perspirants/Deodorants

The anti-perspirant component still requires an approved aluminum compound as the active ingredient. Because of this, all anti-perspirant/deodorant products are considered OTC drugs and are regulated by the FDA.

Can you buy ice cream with your healthy food card?

Can I buy ice cream with my Healthy Foods card? No, ice cream isn't usually permitted with the Healthy Benefits Plus Program.

Can I withdraw money from my Healthy Benefits card?

You can't use your Benefits Card at an ATM machine or to get cash back when making a purchase at a store. If you are also buying non-eligible items, the terminal or clerk will ask you for another form of payment. Then just pay with another card, cash or check as you'd normally do.

What does an OTC card not cover?

What does the OTC card not cover? A Medicare plan with an OTC allowance typically does not cover prescription medications, alcohol, tobacco products, cosmetics or items for general household use. Additionally, it usually cannot be used to purchase gift cards or pay for services such as doctor visits and lab tests.

Is shampoo considered a detergent?

Shampoo is formulated especially for hair, either with less detergent than soap, or with a detergent-free surfactant. It also comes packed with additional hydrating, nourishing ingredients for healthier hair over time. Shampoo is made to be easily rinsed, while soap may leave a residue.

Is toothpaste a grocery item?

✓ Baking— Flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, cocoa etc. ✓ Frozen Foods — Pizza, fish, potatoes, ready meals, ice cream, etc. ✓ Personal Care— Shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, dental floss, etc.

What are toilet paper and paper towels considered?

Sanitary paper. Sanitary paper includes papers used for toilet paper, sanitary napkins, facial tissues, paper towels, napkins and some disposable diapers. The paper is processed to be soft and absorbent. Global production of the category in 2013 was 30.9 million tonnes, having steadily increased since 1993.

Can I buy cereal on my OTC card?

Choose from thousands of covered groceries including fruits and vegetables, fish, poultry, meat and seafood, dairy products, beans, bread, cereals, pasta and more. Shop at thousands of participating stores including national chains like Walmart, Walgreens, CVS and Kroger or at neighborhood stores near you.

How much do I have left on my OTC card?

You may check check the balance on your OTC benefit card by calling the number on the back of your card or signing in to your OTC plan provider's online member portal.

Can you use OTC card at self checkout?

Yes, you can use your card at self-checkout in store.

Can I buy toilet paper with my OTC card?

OTC items are not eligible if they are normally used for general health, are not used to treat a medical condition (e.g. lotion, shampoo (except for products used to treat dandruff), toilet paper, lip balm) or are cosmetic in nature (e.g. teeth whitening products, wrinkle reducers).

Why won't my Healthy Benefits card work at Walmart?

The benefits card has been used before the 24-hour waiting period after activation is over. The participant has insufficient funds in the benefit account to cover the expense. Non-eligible expenses have been included at the point of sale. (Retry the transaction with the eligible expense only.)

What does the Healthy Benefits card pay for?

With Healthy Benefits+, you get an allowance to spend on thousands of lower-priced OTC products, saving you more and making your benefits go further! You can use your benefits to purchase OTC items including allergy medication, cough drops, first aid supplies, oral care, pain relievers, vitamins and more!