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New Member
posted Feb 19, 2024 9:17:14 AM

Cataract eye surgery, Eligible Medical Expense? The expenses incurred were options above the basic free service.

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Intuit Alumni
Feb 19, 2024 9:28:17 AM

Yes as seen in the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) link, it is claimable: Laser eye surgery – the amount paid to a medical practitioner or a public or licensed private hospital. As per the options, you may need to contact the CRA directly at 1-800-959-8281 or see the link above.

 

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New Member
Apr 16, 2024 11:16:48 AM

Cataract surgery is not Laser surgery.  It is required medical surgery, which is basically covered in Saskatchewan, except for any 'additional' features, such as seeing with a wider range (ie. a bit better closer and possibly further as well).   Is the additional expense eligible?

Intuit Alumni
Apr 16, 2024 11:25:07 AM

As the additional features are  not listed under the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Details of medical expenses you may wish to contact the CRA to verify if they are eligible by calling 1-800-959-8281.

 

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