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posted Oct 31, 2019 3:27:59 AM

Can you claim Traditional Chinese Medical treatments if I get a medical Doctor to refer me?

I am having what is called "cupping treatments" which remove inflammation from the body.

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Level 11
Oct 31, 2019 3:28:00 AM

It depends on your province of residence. Currently, fees from a Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner are eligible medical expenses for residents of British Columbia and Ontario only.

CRA maintains a chart for various practitioners by province: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/lines-330-331-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return/authorized-medical-practitioners-purposes-medical-expense-tax-credit.html