Q & A Certs/50059’s

Question: A tenant inquired if her $12,000 facelift will qualify as medical deduction. She said she had to do it for her mental well-being.  It was not prescribed by her medical primary. Her son paid the down payment of $7,000 and she is paying the balance at $350/month.  ~ Mary Anne in New Jersey

Answer: Exhibit 5-3 in the 4350.3 specifically excludes cosmetic surgery as a medical expense.