As we all know, medical services and prescription drugs are expensive. You may be able to deduct some of your expenses on your tax return but the rules make it difficult for many people to qualify. However, with proper planning, you may be able to time discretionary expenses to your advantage for medical expense tax deduction purposes. The medical expense tax deduction: basic rules For 2019, the medical expense deduction can only be claimed to the extent your unreimbursed costs exceed 10% of your adjusted gross income (AGI). You also must itemize deductions on your return. If your total itemized deductions for 2019 o 2020 will exceed your standard deduction, moving or “bunching” nonurgent medical procedures and other controllable expenses into one tax year may allow you to...