Yes, if he is paying his medical expenses and if he has enough income to file and then if his itemized deductions work out better for him than the standard deduction. They are posted below for your convenience.
Medical expenses are allowed to be deducted for any amount over 7.5% of the adjusted gross income. Other common deductions might be property taxes, state and local income tax, mortgage interest and contributions.
For single taxpayers and married individuals filing separately, the Standard Deduction is $13,850 in 2023.
For married couples filing jointly is $27,700, and
For heads of households, the Standard Deduction is $20,800
If you're at least 65 years old or blind, you can claim an additional deduction in 2023 of:
- $1,850 for single or Head of Household
- $1,500 for married or Qualified Surviving Spouse.
If you're both 65 and blind, the additional deduction amount is doubled.
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