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posted Jun 4, 2019 6:10:34 PM

Can I deduct the cost of an autopsy?

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Jun 4, 2019 6:10:35 PM

No, autopsy and funeral expenses are not. The IRS only allows a medical deduction for prevention and treatment of medical issues. 

For more information for qualifying medical expenses, please follow this link:

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p502.pdf

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Level 1
Jun 4, 2019 6:10:35 PM

No, autopsy and funeral expenses are not. The IRS only allows a medical deduction for prevention and treatment of medical issues. 

For more information for qualifying medical expenses, please follow this link:

https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p502.pdf