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Can I deduct long-term are premiums I have paid if I am a W-2 employee and am taking the standard deduction?

Can I deduct long-term care premiums if I am taking the standard deduction?
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Can I deduct long-term are premiums I have paid if I am a W-2 employee and am taking the standard deduction?

No, these would only be deductible as an itemized medical expense for you so they would only be deductible if you are not taking the standard deduction.

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Can I deduct long-term are premiums I have paid if I am a W-2 employee and am taking the standard deduction?

No, these would only be deductible as an itemized medical expense for you so they would only be deductible if you are not taking the standard deduction.

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