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Do the enChroma colorblind glasses count as eye care expenses? The ones purchased do not have the prescription but are worn over contacts to be able to run tests at work.

Work in a medical lab where being able to distinguish the various shades of greens and pinks is vital. Employment is based on being able to correct for the colorblind diagnosis.
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DianeW777
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Do the enChroma colorblind glasses count as eye care expenses? The ones purchased do not have the prescription but are worn over contacts to be able to run tests at work.

Yes, this would be an allowed medical expense deduction.  If your medical expenses combined are greater than 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) they will be added with other allowed itemized deductions to see if they are greater than your standard deduction.

 

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