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sarigreene
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November 15, 2022
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Medicare IRMA Surcharge

  • November 15, 2022
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Is the IRMS Medicare Surcharge considered part of the premium for tax deduction purposes?

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    Level 15
    Bsch4477Level 15
    Level 15
    November 15, 2022

    Yes. The total amount you pay for Medicare premiums is a medical expense deduction if you itemize. Only an amount of total medical expenses greater than 7.5 percent of your AGI can be deducted. 

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      sarigreeneAuthor
      Level 2
      November 16, 2022

      Thanks for your reply but it doesn’t answer my question. I am self-employed and can deduct my health insurance premiums. The question specifically is - is the IRMA surcharge considered to be a part of the premium. 

      B
      Level 15
      Bsch4477Level 15
      Level 15
      November 16, 2022

      Yes, it’s part of the deductible premium. If you file jointly and your spouse also has a Medicare premium that also can be deducted. 

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