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Does claiming medical expenses increase my refund?

Retired couple 35K income per year combined. 3.5 K of medical expenses. Zero refund!

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Does claiming medical expenses increase my refund?

Medical expenses are a non-refundable tax credit. In other words, they can reduce your tax payable but don't increase your tax refund.