Can I deduct parking cost while in the hospital and at related medical appointments?

[maryjo_staresini]

Had to pay for parking while having surgery as well as for pre- and post-surgical follow-up doctor appointments.  Can those parking costs be deducted as out of pocket, medical-related expenses?  

[Bsch4477]

Yes, they would be added to your medical mileage deduction.  Medical expenses are only deductible in an amount greater than 7.5 percent of your AGI. 

[maryjo_staresini]

Hello Bsch4477 -

Thank you for responding!  You note I would add this to my mileage cost.  Should I account for round-trip miles?  If it's 35.5 miles one way from my home to the hospital/doctor's office, am I requesting mileage reimbursement for 71 miles total -- or am I allowed for just one way?

[AmyC · Accepted solution]

Your medical mileage counts every mile you drove locally as well. All doctors, dentist, eye-care, prescription pickups, all of it counts for medical mileage. Round trip to everywhere.

The parking expenses go in with the medical fees. Just like a hotel for medical care would.

I recommend you take a look through Publication 502 (2019), Medical and Dental Expenses ... and see what else you can find. Band -aids, eye care and so much more can count.