Open Enrollment in Austin: Plan Your FSA and HSA for Sauna and Red Light
Quick answer: During open enrollment, you can plan your 2027 FSA or HSA election around wellness you already use, and Sweatland sessions are FSA and HSA eligible, though coverage depends on your plan and may need a Letter of Medical Necessity.
It is benefits season in Austin
November is open enrollment month for a lot of Austin workplaces. You pick a health plan, then decide how much to set aside in an FSA or HSA for next year.
Most people guess. A better move is to look at what you actually spend on staying well.
If a weekly sweat or red light session keeps you feeling good, it belongs in that math.
FSA vs. HSA, the short version
Health FSA
You set the amount at open enrollment, and it comes out of your paycheck before taxes. Most FSA money is use it or lose it, though some plans allow a small carryover or a grace period. The IRS sets a new limit each year, so check your plan for the 2027 cap.
HSA
An HSA pairs with a high deductible health plan. The money rolls over year to year and stays yours. For 2027, the IRS set the HSA limit at $4,500 for self only coverage and $9,000 for family coverage.
How to plan your 2027 election
Add up last year's wellness spending, including recovery sessions.
Ask your plan administrator whether infrared sauna or red light therapy qualifies, and whether you need a Letter of Medical Necessity.
If you need a letter, talk with your doctor early in the year.
Set an amount you are confident you will use, especially with an FSA.
Keep every receipt so your claims go smoothly.
What your FSA or HSA can cover at Sweatland
Full body red light therapy, 20 minutes
Our full body red light therapy bed is a quiet, warm 20 minutes. Cleveland Clinic notes the research is still growing, so we treat it as a supportive ritual, not a cure.
Infrared Sauna Suite and Cabana
Choose the 30 minute Infrared Sauna Suite to lie down and rest, or the 45 minute Infrared Sauna Cabana, a walk in, full spectrum session with chromotherapy. Regular sessions can also support gradual heat acclimation before spring race season.
Safety first
Drink water before and after every session. Check with your doctor first if you are pregnant, have a heart condition, or take medication that affects heat tolerance. Our sessions support relaxation and recovery; they do not diagnose, treat, or cure any condition.
Try red light for $25
Looking for an FSA eligible sauna in Austin or HSA eligible red light therapy in Austin? Sweatland is a women founded, Austin founded South Lamar wellness studio for recovery in Austin, and an easy sauna near me pick in 78704.
New clients can try full body red light for $25, or start Intro Week for $88.
Find us at 215 South Lamar Blvd Suite B, Austin, TX 78704, with free garage parking at Bridges on the Park. Book online, call 512-494-4800, or text 737-258-9551.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my FSA or HSA at Sweatland?
Yes, our sessions are FSA and HSA eligible. Coverage depends on your plan, and some plans need a Letter of Medical Necessity, so check with your plan administrator first.
What is the 2027 HSA contribution limit?
The IRS set it at $4,500 for self only coverage and $9,000 for family coverage, with an extra $1,000 catch up if you are 55 or older.
What is the 2027 health FSA limit?
The IRS announces it each year. Your employer may set a lower cap, so check your plan's enrollment materials for the exact 2027 amount.
What is a Letter of Medical Necessity?
It is a note from a licensed provider explaining why a service supports your health. Some plans ask for one before they reimburse wellness services.
Where is Sweatland, and is parking free?
Sweatland is at 215 South Lamar Blvd Suite B, Austin, TX 78704. Parking is free in the garage at Bridges on the Park.