i have over 16000.00 in medical bills in 2024. why is it only counting a portion of that ?

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i have over 16000.00 in medical bills in 2024. why is it only counting a portion of that ?

the $16K is reduced by 7.5% of line 11 (adjusted gross income) of your return.

i have over 16000.00 in medical bills in 2024. why is it only counting a portion of that ?

Medical expenses are not fully deductible. They are only deductible as an itemized deduction to the extent the exceed 7.5% of your AGI.

Here is some more information on medical expenses: Are Medical Expenses Tax Deductible?

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