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Laser eye surgery

Eye surgery performed to improve vision qualifies as a medical expense because it alleviates defective eyesight and is not considered cosmetic surgery. It is reportable on IRS Schedule A as a medical itemized deduction subject to your 10% / 7.5% AGI limitation.

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