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Level 1
June 1, 2019
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I recently added a domestic partner to my employer health insurance plan. I now pay an additional (my DP's share of the plan) $157 each paycheck after taxes. Is this portion tax deductable as a medical expense?

  • June 1, 2019
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I live in New York
Best answer by AnnaB

No, you can only deduct medical expenses for you, your spouse or a dependent.  This is why the premiums are being paid from your check after tax since they are not eligible for a tax benefit.

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AnnaBAnswer
Level 7
June 1, 2019

No, you can only deduct medical expenses for you, your spouse or a dependent.  This is why the premiums are being paid from your check after tax since they are not eligible for a tax benefit.

Level 2
June 1, 2019
If my partner reimburses me, can they deduct the expense as medical since it and the imputed income have been taxed?