Wellness reimbursement

Get money back for what you do to be well

About wellness reimbursement

Working toward your wellness goals doesn’t mean having to work out at a gym. With Harvard Pilgrim’s wellness reimbursement program, you can get money for fees you pay toward qualified:1 

  • Nutrition programs
  • Mindfulness apps
  • Fitness equipment
  • Studio memberships
  • And much more 

If you have coverage through an employer, you may be eligible for wellness or fitness reimbursement, but not both. You can check your eligibility through your secure member account

Check eligibility

Sign up

Sign up for a qualifying wellness program.

Take part

Take part in your program, then submit a reimbursement form!

Get reimbursed

Submit your form to get money back.

You qualify for wellness reimbursement if:

  • Your employer offers it with your Harvard Pilgrim coverage. Check your eligibility.
  • You’re a current Harvard Pilgrim member and were a member for at least four months in the calendar year you want to be reimbursed for
  • Individual plans: If you’re the only member covered on your plan, you can be reimbursed up to $150 per calendar year.
  • Family plans: Up to two covered members can be reimbursed up to $150 each, for a maximum reimbursement of $300 per calendar year.

Please note: You can submit only one reimbursement request per calendar year, no matter how many members are covered on your policy.

Program eligibility and benefits may vary by employer, plan and state. Check with your employer or call Member Services at 888-333-4742 (TTY: 711) for details.

You can submit a reimbursement request once per calendar year, any time after May 1. You must:

  • Be a current Harvard Pilgrim member and have been a member for at least four months
  • Have paid fees for at least four months in a calendar year for a qualified program or membership, or have purchased qualified cardiovascular or strength training equipment

You must submit your reimbursement request by March 31 of the following year for fees you paid during the previous year.

Please note: You can submit only one reimbursement request per calendar year, no matter how many members are covered on your policy.

Submit your reimbursement request online or complete and mail the paper form. Please include copies of your receipts.

It can take up to eight weeks to receive your reimbursement check after you submit your request. We will make the check payable to the plan subscriber and mail it to the address we have on record for them.

  • Membership fees for gyms or fitness facilities
  • Virtual fitness class subscriptions
  • Studio or facility memberships or tuition
  • Select nutrition programs
  • Select mindfulness meditation programs
  • Cardiovascular and strength training equipment (only one individual on the plan can be reimbursed for purchase)
  • Town, club or school athletic fees
  • The Dinner Daily  
  • Eat Right Now
  • EatLove
  • Lose It!
  • My Fitness Pal
  • MyPlate Calorie Counter
  • Noom
  • PlateJoy
  • Savory Living
  • Stronger U
  • Wondr
  • WW (Weight Watchers)
  • Calm
  • Happier
  • Headspace
  • Insight Timer
  • Meditation Studio
  • The Mindfulness App 
  • Health club initiation fees
  • Fees for country clubs, social clubs and spas
  • Nutrition and mindfulness apps or programs that Harvard Pilgrim hasn’t listed as qualifying
  • Road race fees
  • Purchase of sneakers, athletic clothing, and non-cardiovascular and non-strength-training equipment 

Questions?

Have other questions about wellness reimbursement?

Call Member Services at 888-333-4742 (TTY: 711).

Footnote(s)
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Program eligibility and benefits may vary by employer, plan and state, so be sure to check with your employer or health plan administrator to see if you’re eligible for the wellness reimbursement program. You must be currently enrolled in Harvard Pilgrim at the time of reimbursement. Wellness programs must be for at least four months in a current calendar year. Restrictions apply, and reimbursement is not available to all members. Reimbursement may be considered taxable income. For tax information, consult your employer or tax advisor.