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What medical equipment is deductible - can I deduct my scooter and hospital bed purchase?
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Yes, you can deduct the scooter and hospital bed as a medical expense on your Schedule A, Itemized Deductions.
The scooter is an assistive device and facilitates mobility for those wishing to remain independent but who endure disabling or crippling medical conditions.
In addition to prescription eyeglasses and hearing aids, you can deduct power chairs, scooters, braces (arm/leg/wrist), wheelchairs, special shoes and other similar devices that require approval by a medical doctor, dentist or other health care provider. Be sure to request and keep copies of medical or dental letters confirming your need for assistive devices. Also, get a receipt from the equipment supplier. If you make a co-payment, use a check and make the entry in your check register.
Additional Resources:
- What kinds of medical expenses are deductible?
- To enter your medical expenses
- Publication 502, Medical and Dental Expenses.
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