What are the rules for deducting the cost of a hot tub? Can it be deducted as a medical expense if my wife and I have back and knee arthritis and be are over 65?
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IsabellaG
Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 8:37:27 AM
Yes, if water therapy is prescribed by your physician to treat a medical condition. If the hot tub is a permanent addition to your home, and increases the value of
the home, you would have to reduce the deduction by the amount of the increase
in value. See page 6 of IRS Publication 502.
Not yet, but I can see if he will write one. Should it be on a prescription form or in a signed letter?
IsabellaG
Expert Alumni
Jun 6, 2019 8:37:27 AM
Yes, if water therapy is prescribed by your physician to treat a medical condition. If the hot tub is a permanent addition to your home, and increases the value of
the home, you would have to reduce the deduction by the amount of the increase
in value. See page 6 of IRS Publication 502.