Can I claim health insurance premiums if it is taken out of my Alabama Teacher's Retirement check each month?

[GeniaD]

(My husband and I retired at age 52 and 56, payed $7,036 in premiums, and are not receiving Medicare yet.)

[Fern · Accepted solution]

Yes, the amount of health insurance premiums taken out of your Alabama Teacher's Retirement check can be included in your calculation of medical expense deduction.

To enter Health insurance premiums paid
Select Federal Taxes
Select Deductions and Credits
Select Show More at Medical
Select Start or revisit at Medical Expenses.

Total medical expenses must be more than 10% (7 1/2% if over 65) of your adjusted gross income before they will be included in the computation of your itemized deductions.