Are payments towards hearing aids and braces eligible to be used under medical expenses?

cchpowell1115 — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 15:14:25 GMT

Re: Are payments towards hearing aids and braces eligible to be used under medical expenses?

ToddL99 — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 15:32:29 GMT

Yes, the costs of hearing aids and braces are eligible for the medical expense deduction. There are, however, limitations to this deduction.

To deduct unreimbursed, out-of-pocket medical, dental, and vision costs on your federal return:

You must take the itemized deduction;
The expenses for you, your jointly-filing spouse, and your dependent(s) must exceed 7.5% of your AGI (adjusted gross income); and
Only the portion above and beyond 7.5% of your AGI is deductible.