Can I deduct the expenses for this trip as part of my medical expenses?

dianefetz — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 15:45:19 GMT

I Attended medical conference for my current disability to learn if there are any new treatments that can help me. I spoke to several doctors who are experts from around the world about my health searching for answers. Can I deduct the expenses from this trip as part of my medical expenses?

If your medical issue is a chronic condition, then you ca...

JohnW15 — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 15:45:21 GMT

If your medical issue is a chronic condition, then you can deduct certain of these costs as a medical expense when you itemize deductions.

According to "Medical Conferences" on page 11 of IRS Publication 502, Medical and Dental Expenses,

You can include in medical expenses amounts paid for admission and transportation to a medical conference if the medical conference concerns the chronic illness of yourself, your spouse, or your dependent. The costs of the medical conference must be primarily for and necessary to the medical care of you, your spouse, or your dependent. The majority of the time spent at the conference must be spent attending sessions on medical information.

CAUTION: The cost of meals and lodging while attending the conference isn't deductible as a medical expense.

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Can I deduct the expenses for this trip as part of my medical expenses?

If your medical issue is a chronic condition, then you ca...