In 2017 I had surgery out-of-state by a specialist (orthopedist) who did a technique with an expertise that was not available locally. I am clear that I am able to deduct my lodging related to the surgery/pre-op/post-op @$50/day and transportation (airfare, transfers and taxis to medical appointments).
I needed to stay locally for 10 days after the surgery (not medically able to travel until then) and required care-taking assistance during this time. Two people ( a friend and my domestic partner) split the time and traveled to stay with me for the purpose of being caretakers (helping me with mobility, changing dressings, buying food). One of them was also needed to accompany on my air travel to my home city (unable to do this on my own). I paid for their airfares and they stayed with me at the temporary residence.
1. As non-spouse caretakers, am I able to deduct their airfares?
2. Am I able to deduct $50/day for each night that they stayed at the residence to take care of me (the total daily cost of the residence exceeded the combined $100/day of the deduction for me and the caretaker)?
