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March 8, 2021
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In 2018 I went to the Mayo Clinic in PHX FROM ABQ 10X, can I claim mileage since I was never reimbursed for anything on these trips?

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How do I figure out what the difference is before I amend my 2018 taxes for the mileage?

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March 8, 2021

Since there are a lot of factors that go into calculating whether it's worth while amending your return for medical mileage, I recommend you go through the amend process. You don't have to file it if it doesn't make a difference.

 

  • Figure out the dollar amount of your medical mileage, 10 round trips from ABQ to PHX. The 2018 medical mileage rate is 18 cents per mile. 
  • In order to claim this deduction, filers must itemize their taxes. The provision of the Tax Cuts and Job Act that doubles the standard deduction — to $12,000 for individuals and $24,000 for joint filers 
  • You can deduct the portion of medical expenses that exceeds 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI).
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