What Medical Expenses Are Deductible?
You can deduct qualified medical expenses that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) if you itemize deductions.
Qualifying Medical Expenses Include:
- Doctor, dentist, and specialist visits
- Hospital stays and surgery
- Prescription medications
- Mental health treatment
- Vision care (glasses, contacts, laser eye surgery)
- Hearing aids
- Physical therapy and chiropractic care
- Lab fees and diagnostic tests
- Medical equipment (wheelchairs, crutches, etc.)
- Transportation to medical appointments (mileage)
- Long-term care insurance premiums (limits apply)
HSA & FSA Accounts
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) allow you to pay qualified medical expenses with pre-tax dollars — one of the most straightforward tax savings strategies available.
What Does NOT Qualify
- Cosmetic surgery (with limited exceptions)
- Over-the-counter medications (without a prescription, unless HSA/FSA)
- Gym memberships (in most cases)
- Health insurance premiums paid through an employer with pre-tax dollars
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