IRS Medical Expense Tax Deduction

Administered by Internal Revenue Service · irs.gov

Unreimbursed medical expenses exceeding 7.5% of your adjusted gross income are deductible. After a stroke or heart attack, families often have $20,000–$100,000 in expenses that generate significant tax savings.

Eligibility requirements

✓Filed itemized return
✓Unreimbursed medical expenses exceeding 7.5% of AGI
✓Expenses for self, spouse, or dependents

Insider tip

Transportation to medical appointments, home modifications for disability, home health aides, and health insurance premiums all count. After a major medical event, itemizing almost always beats the standard deduction.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

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