There is not a tax credit available for people with rheumatoid arthritis.
However, if you use itemized deductions and you have paid out of pocket medical expenses that exceed 7.5% of your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI), then you may get a tax benefit for claiming those expenses. If you have already filed your return, you can amend it to include medical expenses if necessary.
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