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Medical insurance doesn't need to be paid for, but it is included in the calculation for determining support. When considering whether or not you are contributing more than half of the support of a dependent, qualified medical expenses are part of the calculation. Medical insurance is considered a qualified medical expense. 

 

The IRS has created the following worksheet for determining support:

 

IRS Worksheet for Determining Support

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