Are you planning a trip to Vietnam for medical treatment and wondering if you can deduct those travel expenses on your taxes? With SIXT.VN, planning your trip to Vietnam is easy, and understanding the potential tax deductions can help you manage your expenses effectively. The good news is, under certain conditions, the IRS allows you to deduct travel expenses for medical treatment. This article will explain everything you need to know about deducting travel costs related to medical care, ensuring you can make the most of your trip to Vietnam while potentially lowering your tax burden. Let’s explore the eligibility, requirements, and limitations to help you understand this valuable tax benefit. We will cover important information about healthcare travel deductions, eligible medical expenses, and tax-saving strategies.
1. Understanding Medical Expense Deductions
Can you really deduct your travel expenses for medical treatment? Yes, you can deduct certain medical expenses, including travel costs, if they exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI).
The IRS allows you to deduct expenses for medical care, which includes costs for diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, as well as treatments affecting any part or function of the body. These expenses must primarily alleviate or prevent a physical or mental disability or illness.
1.1. What Qualifies as a Medical Expense?
What can you include as a medical expense? According to the IRS Publication 502, medical expenses include payments for:
- Legal medical services by physicians, surgeons, dentists, and other medical practitioners.
- Costs of equipment, supplies, and diagnostic devices needed for medical purposes.
- Premiums you pay for medical care insurance.
- Amounts you pay for transportation to get medical care.
- Qualified long-term care services.
1.2. What Doesn’t Qualify as a Medical Expense?
What costs are not considered medical expenses? Remember, not all expenses are deductible. The IRS does not allow deductions for expenses that are merely beneficial to general health, such as:
- Vitamins
- Vacations
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2. Are Travel Expenses for Medical Treatment Tax Deductible?
Can you deduct travel expenses specifically for medical treatment? Yes, the IRS allows you to include amounts you pay for transportation primarily for, and essential to, medical care.
2.1. What Travel Expenses Are Includible?
What specific travel expenses can you deduct? The includible expenses are detailed in IRS Publication 502 and include:
- Bus, taxi, train, or plane fares: Costs of transportation to and from medical facilities.
- Transportation expenses of a parent: If a child needs medical care, the transportation expenses of a parent who must go with the child are deductible.
- Transportation expenses of a nurse: If a patient requires a nurse or another person to administer injections, medications, or other treatment, the transportation costs for that person are deductible.
- Transportation expenses for regular visits: Costs for regular visits to see a mentally ill dependent, if recommended as part of treatment.
- Car expenses: Out-of-pocket expenses such as gas and oil when using a car for medical reasons. If you prefer, you can use the standard medical mileage rate, which was 21 cents a mile in 2024.
- Parking fees and tolls: These can be added to your medical expenses whether you use actual expenses or the standard mileage rate.
2.2. What Travel Expenses Are Not Includible?
What travel costs cannot be deducted? The IRS sets clear boundaries on what you can’t include:
- Commuting costs: Travel to and from work, even if a medical condition requires unusual transportation.
- Personal travel: Trips for purely personal reasons to another city for an operation or other medical care.
- General health improvement: Travel merely for the general improvement of one’s health.
- Non-medical car use: Costs of operating a specially equipped car for non-medical reasons.
2.3. Trips for Medical Services
Can you deduct expenses for trips taken for medical services? According to IRS Publication 502, you can include amounts paid for transportation to another city if the trip is primarily for, and essential to, receiving medical services.
- Lodging: You may be able to include up to $50 for each night for each person.
- Accompanying person: You can include lodging for a person traveling with the person receiving medical care. For example, if a parent travels with a sick child, up to $100 per night can be included as a medical expense for lodging.
Note: Meals are not included.
2.4. What Trips Are Not Includible?
What types of trips are not deductible? Trips taken for a change in environment, improvement of morale, or general health improvement, even if recommended by a doctor, are not deductible.
3. Medical Tourism to Vietnam: A Viable Option?
Is traveling to Vietnam for medical treatment a good idea? With SIXT.VN, planning a medical trip to Vietnam can be straightforward and beneficial. Vietnam offers a range of medical services, from dental care to cosmetic surgery, often at more affordable prices than in the U.S. or Europe.
3.1. Why Choose Vietnam for Medical Treatment?
Why should you consider Vietnam for medical tourism? Vietnam has become an attractive destination for medical tourism due to:
- Cost-effectiveness: Medical procedures are generally less expensive.
- Quality of care: Many hospitals and clinics have modern equipment and well-trained staff.
- Tourism opportunities: Combine medical treatment with a chance to explore a beautiful country.
3.2. Combining Treatment with Travel
How can you make the most of your medical trip to Vietnam? While the primary purpose of the trip must be medical, you can certainly combine it with tourism. Here are some tips:
- Plan your itinerary: Schedule medical appointments and recovery time, and then plan sightseeing activities.
- Book accommodations: SIXT.VN can help you find hotels near medical facilities and popular tourist spots.
- Arrange transportation: Use SIXT.VN for airport transfers and transportation to medical appointments.
View of Hanoi cityscape from above, highlighting the vibrant urban environment
4. Rules and Limitations for Deducting Medical Travel Expenses
What are the specific rules and limits for deducting these expenses? It’s important to understand the guidelines to ensure you comply with IRS regulations.
4.1. 7.5% AGI Threshold
How does the 7.5% AGI threshold work? You can only deduct the amount of medical expenses that exceeds 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI). AGI is your gross income minus certain deductions, such as contributions to traditional IRAs, student loan interest, and alimony payments.
Example:
If your AGI is $60,000, 7.5% of your AGI is $4,500. If your total medical expenses are $7,000, you can deduct $2,500 ($7,000 – $4,500).
4.2. Substantiating Your Expenses
How can you prove your medical expenses to the IRS? The IRS requires you to keep records to support your medical expense deduction. This includes:
- Receipts: Keep all receipts for medical services, prescriptions, and transportation.
- Statements: Obtain statements from doctors, hospitals, and other medical providers.
- Mileage logs: If you’re deducting car expenses, keep a log of your mileage, dates, and purpose of the trips.
- Travel itineraries: Documentation showing the dates, destinations, and purpose of your medical travel.
4.3. Itemizing Deductions
Do you need to itemize to claim these deductions? Yes, you must itemize deductions on Schedule A (Form 1040) to claim a medical expense deduction. This means you can’t take the standard deduction for your filing status.
Standard Deduction vs. Itemized Deductions
Which should you choose: the standard deduction or itemizing? The standard deduction is a set amount that depends on your filing status. For 2024, these are:
- Single: $14,600
- Married Filing Jointly: $29,200
- Head of Household: $21,900
You should itemize if your total itemized deductions (including medical expenses, state and local taxes, mortgage interest, and charitable contributions) are more than your standard deduction.
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5. Specific Medical Expenses Includible
What specific medical expenses are deductible according to the IRS? Let’s dive deeper into the expenses you can include when calculating your medical expense deduction.
5.1. Abortion
Can you include the cost of a legal abortion? Yes, you can include in medical expenses the amount you pay for a legal abortion (IRS Publication 502).
5.2. Acupuncture
Is acupuncture a deductible medical expense? Yes, you can include in medical expenses the amount you pay for acupuncture (IRS Publication 502).
5.3. Alcoholism Treatment
What about treatment for alcoholism? You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for inpatient treatment at a therapeutic center for alcohol addiction, including meals and lodging provided by the center during treatment. Additionally, you can include amounts you pay for transportation to and from Alcoholics Anonymous meetings if attendance is pursuant to competent medical advice (IRS Publication 502).
5.4. Ambulance Services
Are ambulance costs deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for ambulance service are includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.5. Artificial Limbs and Teeth
Can you deduct the cost of artificial limbs and teeth? Yes, you can include in medical expenses the amount you pay for an artificial limb or artificial teeth (IRS Publication 502).
5.6. Birth Control Pills
Are prescription birth control pills deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for birth control pills prescribed by a doctor are medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.7. Braille Books and Magazines
What about expenses for visually impaired individuals? You can include the part of the cost of Braille books and magazines for use by a visually impaired person that exceeds the cost of regular printed editions (IRS Publication 502).
5.8. Breast Pumps and Supplies
Are breast pumps and related supplies deductible? Yes, the cost of breast pumps and supplies that assist lactation are medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.9. Breast Reconstruction Surgery
What if you need breast reconstruction after a mastectomy? Amounts you pay for breast reconstruction surgery, as well as breast prostheses, following a mastectomy for cancer are medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.10. Capital Expenses
What are capital expenses and how do they relate to medical deductions? You can include amounts you pay for special equipment installed in a home, or for improvements, if their main purpose is medical care for you, your spouse, or your dependent. The cost of permanent improvements that increase the value of your property may be partly included as a medical expense. The cost of the improvement is reduced by the increase in the value of your property. If the value of your property isn’t increased by the improvement, the entire cost is included as a medical expense (IRS Publication 502).
5.11. Car Modifications
Are modifications to your car for medical reasons deductible? Yes, you can include the cost of special hand controls and other special equipment installed in a car for the use of a person with a disability. Additionally, you can include the difference between the cost of a regular car and a car specially designed to hold a wheelchair (IRS Publication 502).
5.12. Chiropractor Fees
Are fees paid to a chiropractor deductible? Yes, fees you pay to a chiropractor for medical care are includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.13. Contact Lenses and Eyeglasses
Can you deduct the cost of contact lenses and eyeglasses? Yes, amounts you pay for eyeglasses and contact lenses needed for medical reasons are medical expenses. This also includes the cost of equipment and materials required for using contact lenses, such as saline solution and enzyme cleaner (IRS Publication 502).
5.14. Dental Treatment
What types of dental treatments are deductible? You can include amounts you pay for the prevention and alleviation of dental disease, including services of a dental hygienist or dentist for procedures such as teeth cleaning, the application of sealants, and fluoride treatments to prevent tooth decay. Treatment to alleviate dental disease includes services of a dentist for procedures such as X-rays, fillings, braces, extractions, dentures, and other dental ailments (IRS Publication 502).
Close-up of a dentist performing a routine check-up with modern equipment
5.15. Drug Addiction Treatment
Is treatment for drug addiction deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for inpatient treatment at a therapeutic center for drug addiction, including meals and lodging, are medical expenses. This also includes amounts you pay for transportation to and from drug treatment meetings in your community if attendance is pursuant to competent medical advice (IRS Publication 502).
5.16. Eye Surgery
What about eye surgery to correct vision? Amounts you pay for eye surgery to treat defective vision, such as laser eye surgery or radial keratotomy, are medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.17. Guide Dogs and Service Animals
Are the costs of guide dogs or service animals deductible? Yes, the costs of buying, training, and maintaining a guide dog or other service animal to assist a visually impaired or hearing-disabled person, or a person with other physical disabilities, are medical expenses. This includes costs such as food, grooming, and veterinary care (IRS Publication 502).
5.18. Hearing Aids
What about hearing aids and related expenses? The cost of a hearing aid and batteries, repairs, and maintenance needed to operate it are includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.19. Hospital Services
Are hospital services deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for the cost of inpatient care at a hospital or similar institution, if a principal reason for being there is to receive medical care, are medical expenses. This includes amounts paid for meals and lodging (IRS Publication 502).
5.20. Insurance Premiums
What types of insurance premiums are deductible? You can include insurance premiums you pay for policies that cover medical care. These can provide payment for treatment that includes hospitalization, surgical services, X-rays, prescription drugs and insulin, dental care, replacement of lost or damaged contact lenses, and long-term care (subject to additional limitations) (IRS Publication 502).
5.21. Laboratory Fees
Are laboratory fees deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for laboratory fees that are part of medical care are medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.22. Lodging Expenses
Are lodging expenses deductible in certain situations? Yes, you may be able to include the cost of lodging not provided in a hospital or similar institution if the lodging is primarily for and essential to medical care, the medical care is provided by a doctor in a licensed hospital or in a medical care facility related to a licensed hospital, the lodging isn’t lavish or extravagant, and there is no significant element of personal pleasure, recreation, or vacation in the travel away from home. The amount you include can’t be more than $50 for each night for each person (IRS Publication 502).
5.23. Medicines
What about the cost of medicines? Amounts you pay for prescribed medicines and drugs are includible in medical expenses. A prescribed drug is one that requires a prescription by a doctor for its use by an individual. You can also include amounts you pay for insulin (IRS Publication 502).
5.24. Nursing Home Care
Is the cost of nursing home care deductible? Yes, the cost of medical care in a nursing home, home for the aged, or similar institution, for yourself, your spouse, or your dependents is a medical expense. This includes the cost of meals and lodging if a principal reason for being there is to get medical care (IRS Publication 502).
5.25. Operations
Are legal operations deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for legal operations that aren’t for cosmetic surgery are includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.26. Organ Transplants
What if you’re an organ donor? Amounts paid for medical care you receive because you are a donor or a possible donor of a kidney or other organ are medical expenses. This includes the cost of medical care for the donor, in connection with the donation of an organ to you, your spouse, or dependent. This also includes transportation expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.27. Special Education
Is the cost of special education deductible in certain cases? Yes, fees you pay on a doctor’s recommendation for a child’s tutoring by a teacher who is specially trained and qualified to work with children who have learning disabilities caused by mental or physical impairments, including nervous system disorders, are medical expenses. Additionally, the cost of attending a school that furnishes special education to help a child overcome learning disabilities is deductible if overcoming the learning disabilities is the primary reason for attending the school (IRS Publication 502).
5.28. Stop-Smoking Programs
Are stop-smoking programs deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for a program to stop smoking are medical expenses. However, amounts you pay for drugs that don’t require a prescription, such as nicotine gum or patches, are not (IRS Publication 502).
5.29. Therapy
Is the cost of therapy deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for therapy received as medical treatment are includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.30. Transportation
How does transportation relate to medical expense deductions? Amounts paid for transportation primarily for, and essential to, medical care are medical expenses. This includes bus, taxi, train, or plane fares, transportation expenses of a parent who must go with a child who needs medical care, and transportation expenses of a nurse who can give injections or medications (IRS Publication 502).
5.31. Vasectomy
What about the cost of a vasectomy? The amount you pay for a vasectomy is includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.32. Vision Correction Surgery
Is vision correction surgery deductible? Yes, amounts you pay for eye surgery to treat defective vision, such as laser eye surgery, are medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
5.33. Weight-Loss Program
What about weight-loss programs? Amounts you pay to lose weight are medical expenses if the weight loss is a treatment for a specific disease diagnosed by a physician, such as obesity, hypertension, or heart disease. This includes fees you pay for membership in a weight reduction group as well as fees for attendance at periodic meetings (IRS Publication 502).
5.34. Wheelchair
What about the cost of a wheelchair? Amounts you pay for a wheelchair used for the relief of a sickness or disability are medical expenses. The cost of operating and maintaining the wheelchair is also a medical expense (IRS Publication 502).
Wheelchair in hospital hallway
6. Specific Medical Expenses Not Includible
What expenses can’t you deduct, according to the IRS? Let’s clarify which medical expenses don’t qualify for a deduction.
6.1. Cosmetic Surgery
Is cosmetic surgery deductible? Generally, amounts you pay for cosmetic surgery are not medical expenses. This includes any procedure that improves the patient’s appearance and doesn’t meaningfully promote the proper function of the body or prevent or treat illness or disease (IRS Publication 502).
6.2. Dancing Lessons
Are dancing lessons deductible if recommended by a doctor? No, the cost of dancing lessons, swimming lessons, etc., is not deductible, even if recommended by a doctor, if they are only for the improvement of general health (IRS Publication 502).
6.3. Diaper Service
Can you deduct the cost of diaper services? No, amounts you pay for diapers or diaper services are not medical expenses, unless they are needed to relieve the effects of a particular disease (IRS Publication 502).
6.4. Funeral Expenses
Are funeral expenses deductible as medical expenses? No, amounts you pay for funerals are not includible in medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
6.5. Hair Removal
Is hair removal deductible? No, hair removal (electrolysis) is generally considered cosmetic surgery and not deductible (IRS Publication 502).
6.6. Health Club Dues
Are health club dues deductible? No, health club dues or amounts paid to improve one’s general health or to relieve physical or mental discomfort not related to a particular medical condition are not medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
6.7. Illegal Operations and Treatments
Are illegal operations and treatments deductible? No, amounts you pay for illegal operations, treatments, or controlled substances are not medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
6.8. Maternity Clothes
Can you deduct the cost of maternity clothes? No, amounts you pay for maternity clothes are not medical expenses (IRS Publication 502).
6.9. Nutritional Supplements
Are nutritional supplements deductible? No, the cost of nutritional supplements, vitamins, herbal supplements, and “natural medicines” is not deductible unless recommended by a medical practitioner as treatment for a specific medical condition diagnosed by a physician (IRS Publication 502).
6.10. Surrogacy Expenses
Can you deduct surrogacy expenses? No, amounts you pay for the identification, retention, compensation, and medical care of a gestational surrogate are not medical expenses because they are paid for an unrelated party who is not you, your spouse, or your dependent (IRS Publication 502).
6.11. Teeth Whitening
Is teeth whitening deductible? No, amounts paid to whiten teeth are considered cosmetic and not deductible (IRS Publication 502).
6.12. Veterinary Fees
Are veterinary fees deductible? No, veterinary fees are generally not includible in medical expenses, unless for a guide dog or other service animal (IRS Publication 502).
7. How To Claim Medical Travel Expenses
What’s the process for claiming these deductions on your tax return? Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process.
7.1. Gather Your Documentation
What documents do you need to claim the deduction? Before you start, gather all relevant documentation, including:
- Medical bills and receipts
- Transportation receipts (plane, train, bus, taxi)
- Mileage logs (if using a car)
- Lodging receipts
- Insurance statements
7.2. Calculate Your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
How do you determine your AGI? Your AGI is your gross income minus certain deductions. You can find your AGI on line 11 of Form 1040.
7.3. Calculate Your Medical Expenses
How do you calculate your total medical expenses? Add up all your eligible medical expenses for the year. Make sure to include travel expenses, insurance premiums, and any other deductible medical costs.
7.4. Determine Your Deduction
How do you calculate the deductible amount? Subtract 7.5% of your AGI from your total medical expenses. The result is the amount you can deduct.
Example:
- AGI: $60,000
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- 5% of AGI: $4,500
- Total Medical Expenses: $7,000
- Deductible Amount: $7,000 – $4,500 = $2,500
7.5. Complete Schedule A (Form 1040)
How do you report your medical expenses on your tax return? You’ll need to itemize deductions on Schedule A (Form 1040). Here’s how:
- Line 1: Enter your total medical expenses.
- Line 2: Enter your AGI.
- Line 3: Multiply line 2 by 0.075 (7.5%).
- Line 4: Subtract line 3 from line 1. This is your deductible amount.
7.6. File Your Tax Return
What’s the final step in claiming your medical expense deductions? File your tax return by the due date (typically April 15th) or request an extension using Form 4868.
8. Maximizing Your Medical Travel Deductions with SIXT.VN
How can SIXT.VN help you maximize your medical travel deductions? Planning your medical trip to Vietnam with SIXT.VN can not only make your travel easier but also help you keep track of expenses for tax purposes.
8.1. Booking Services with SIXT.VN
How can SIXT.VN simplify your travel planning? SIXT.VN offers a range of services that can assist you in planning your medical trip:
- Airport Transfers: Reliable and comfortable airport transfer services to get you to your accommodations and medical appointments.
- Hotel Bookings: A variety of hotel options near medical facilities to suit your budget and needs.
- Transportation Services: Convenient transportation options for getting around Hanoi and attending medical appointments.
- Tour Packages: Opportunities to combine your medical treatment with tourism, ensuring a well-rounded trip.
8.2. Keeping Track of Expenses
How can you maintain detailed records of your expenses? Here are some tips for keeping track of your expenses with SIXT.VN:
- Receipts: Save all booking confirmations and receipts from SIXT.VN for transportation and accommodations.
- Categorize Expenses: Keep a record of each expense, categorizing them as medical, transportation, or lodging.
- Digital Records: Store digital copies of all receipts and confirmations in a secure location.
8.3. Additional Tips for Deductions
What other strategies can help you maximize your deductions? Consider these additional tips:
- Consult a Tax Professional: A tax professional can provide personalized advice based on your financial situation.
- Review IRS Publications: Stay updated on the latest tax laws and regulations by reviewing IRS publications such as Publication 502.
Tourists taking photo on street, Hanoi
9. Scenarios and Examples
Let’s look at some real-world scenarios to better understand how these deductions work.
9.1. Scenario 1: Dental Treatment in Hanoi
- Situation: John travels to Hanoi for extensive dental work.
- Expenses:
- Airfare: $1,200
- Hotel (5 nights): $500
- Dental Treatment: $4,000
- Local Transportation: $100
- AGI: $50,000
- Deductible Expenses:
- Airfare: $1,200
- Hotel (limited to $50/night for John): $250
- Local Transportation: $100
- Dental Treatment: $4,000
- Total Medical Expenses: $5,550
- Deduction Calculation:
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- 5% of AGI: $3,750
- Deductible Amount: $5,550 – $3,750 = $1,800
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9.2. Scenario 2: Cosmetic Surgery Complication
- Situation: Maria has cosmetic surgery that results in complications requiring corrective surgery.
- Expenses:
- Original Cosmetic Surgery: $8,000
- Corrective Surgery: $6,000
- Travel to Specialist: $500
- AGI: $70,000
- Deductible Expenses:
- Corrective Surgery: $6,000
- Travel to Specialist: $500
- Total Medical Expenses: $6,500
- Deduction Calculation:
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- 5% of AGI: $5,250
- Deductible Amount: $6,500 – $5,250 = $1,250
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9.3. Scenario 3: Weight Loss Program
- Situation: David attends a weight loss program to treat obesity diagnosed by his doctor.
- Expenses:
- Program Fees: $2,000
- Doctor’s Visits: $300
- Special Diet Foods: $500
- AGI: $40,000
- Deductible Expenses:
- Program Fees: $2,000
- Doctor’s Visits: $300
- Total Medical Expenses: $2,300
- Deduction Calculation:
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- 5% of AGI: $3,000
- Deductible Amount: $2,300 – $3,000 = $0 (No Deduction)
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14. FAQ Section
14.1. Can I deduct travel expenses for cosmetic surgery?
Generally, no. Cosmetic surgery expenses are not deductible unless the surgery is necessary to correct a deformity arising from a congenital abnormality, a personal injury, or a disfiguring disease.
14.2. What if my insurance reimburses some of my medical travel expenses?
You can only deduct the amount of medical expenses that you paid during the tax year for which you received no insurance or other reimbursement.
14.3. Can I deduct the cost of meals while traveling for medical treatment?
No, the cost of meals is generally not deductible unless it is part of inpatient care at a hospital or similar institution.
14.4. What records do I need to keep to support my medical expense deduction?
You should keep receipts, statements from doctors and hospitals, mileage logs, and any other documentation that supports your medical expenses.
14.5. Can I deduct medical expenses paid for my dependent?
Yes, you can include medical expenses you paid for your dependent, as long as they qualify as your dependent either when the medical services were provided or when you paid the expenses.
