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Claiming back your weight loss treatment
If you have health insurance, you may be able to claim back part of your weight loss treatment. Many plans cover prescription costs and medication charges, which means you could reduce what you pay overall. Here’s how claiming works, what you can claim for, and how to get your receipts.
Key points
- You may be able to claim back some of your costs depending on your insurance provider
- You can usually claim for both consultations and medication
- Claims are made using receipts from myBMI and our partner pharmacy or pharmacy of your choice
Can you claim back weight loss treatment with myBMI?
Depending on your policy, you should be able to claim back part of your consultation fees and part of the cost of your medication from our partner pharmacy.
You’ll make your claim directly with your insurer, using the receipts provided.
What can you claim for?
Consultation fees
Your consultation with myBMI can often be claimed as a GP visit.
We’ll provide a receipt for every consultation, which you can download from your account.
Medication costs
Your prescription treatment may also be eligible for reimbursement.
Our partner pharmacy or your pharmacy of choice will provide a separate receipt for your medication.
You’ll usually need to submit these as two separate claims.
How much can you claim back?
Most people can claim back between 25% and 50% of their costs.
The exact amount depends on:
- Your insurer
- Your level of cover
- Your remaining yearly allowance
Check your policy or contact your insurer to see exactly what you’re covered for.
How the claiming process works
Claiming is simple and only takes a few steps:
- Download your consultation receipt from your myBMI account
- Download your medication receipt from the pharmacy
- Submit both to your insurer (online or by form)
- Your insurer processes the claim and reimburses you
That’s it. Once you’ve done it once, it becomes part of your routine.
Where to find your invoices
Consultation receipt (myBMI)
- Available in your account after your consultation
- Can be downloaded anytime
- If you can’t find it, our support team can help
Medication receipt (pharmacy)
- Provided by our partner pharmacy
- Sent after your medication has been paid for
- Needed to claim back medication costs
How to claim
- Download your receipts
- Submit them to your insurer
- Receive your reimbursement
Tax relief on weight loss treatment.
You may be able to claim money back on your weight loss treatment through tax relief on medical expenses.
This is one of the most useful options available, and you don’t need health insurance to use it.
What you can claim
You can claim 20% back on qualifying medical costs, including:
- Consultations with a registered medical practitioner
- Prescription weight loss treatments
- Follow-up appointments linked to your care
If your treatment is prescribed and medically approved, it will usually qualify.
How it works
You pay for your treatment as normal. Then you claim 20% of the cost back from the Irish tax system.
For example:
If you spend €100, you can claim back €20
How to claim
Claims are made through the Revenue Commissioners using your online account.
- Add your health expenses
- Upload receipts if needed
- Submit your claim
This replaces the old Med 1 form, so everything is now done online.
Do you need insurance?
No. This tax relief is available whether you have private health insurance or not.
If you do have insurance, you can sometimes:
- Claim part of the cost through your insurer
- Then claim tax relief on the remaining amount
Frequently asked questions
Can I claim for both my consultation and medication?
Yes, in most cases you can claim for both. These are usually submitted as separate claims.
How do I download my invoice?
Your consultation receipt is available in your myBMI account. Your medication receipt is provided by the pharmacy.
How long does it take to get reimbursed?
This depends on your insurer. Some process claims within a few days, while others may take longer.
Do all insurance providers cover weight loss treatment?
Not all policies include this cover. It depends on your plan, so it’s best to check directly with your insurer.
What if I can’t find my receipt?
Our support team can help you access your consultation receipts or request copies if needed.
How often can I submit a claim?
Most people claim after each order or monthly, depending on what suits them.