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June 4, 2019

Yes, you will claim it under your deductions for medical. Follow the steps, I think it is closer to the end when you reach the "Lets see if we have any other deductions" options. 

Employee
June 4, 2019

Tes as par of the medical deduction on Schedule A

Employee
June 4, 2019


The medical expense deduction has to meet a rather large threshold before it can affect your return. The amount of medical (including dental, vision, etc.)  expenses that will count toward itemization is the amount that is OVER 7.5% of your adjusted gross income. You should only enter the amount that you paid in 2018—do not include any amounts that were covered by insurance or that are still outstanding.  Of course, your medical expenses plus your other itemized deductions still have to exceed your standard deduction before you will see a difference in your tax due or refund.

To enter your medical expenses go to Federal>Deductions and Credits>Medical>Medical Expenses


2018 Standard Deductions:

Single   $12,000  (+ $1600 65 or older)

Married Filing Separately    $12,000  (+ $1300 65 or older)

Married Filing Jointly  $24,000  (+ $1300 each spouse 65 or older)

Head of Household  $18,000  (+ $1600 65 or older)


https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/health-care/medical-expenses-checklist/L6MkxxlyW


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