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amgerke
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Is installation of a handicap shower tax deductible?

 
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MargaretL
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Is installation of a handicap shower tax deductible?

Yes, you can include such improvements as a medical expense.

Per IRS Publication 502, “you can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for special equipment installed in a home or for improvements, if their main purpose is medical care for you, your spouse of your dependent.”

If the cost of the improvement does not increase the value of your home, the entire cost of the improvement is entered as your medical expense. (Installing railings, support bars or other modifications to bathrooms generally does not increase the value of your property)

IF the cost of the improvement does increase the value of your home, the difference between your cost of the improvement and increase in the value is included as a medical expense.  

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MargaretL
Expert Alumni

Is installation of a handicap shower tax deductible?

Yes, you can include such improvements as a medical expense.

Per IRS Publication 502, “you can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for special equipment installed in a home or for improvements, if their main purpose is medical care for you, your spouse of your dependent.”

If the cost of the improvement does not increase the value of your home, the entire cost of the improvement is entered as your medical expense. (Installing railings, support bars or other modifications to bathrooms generally does not increase the value of your property)

IF the cost of the improvement does increase the value of your home, the difference between your cost of the improvement and increase in the value is included as a medical expense.  

cape4461
New Member

Is installation of a handicap shower tax deductible?

Where and how do I show this on my 1040

Is installation of a handicap shower tax deductible?

It sure would be nice to mention what form to use for this deduction.

 

Thx..Javier

RachelW33
Expert Alumni

Is installation of a handicap shower tax deductible?

Medical expenses are reported on Schedule A if you itemize your deductions.

 

To enter medical expenses in TurboTax Online, please follow these steps:

 

  1. Sign in to TurboTax and open or continue your return
  2. Under the Deductions and Credits section, choose Medical
  3. Click Start/Revisit next to Medical Expenses
  4. From here, follow the TurboTax interview questions to enter your medical expenses

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