Can I use dental; optometrist; massage therapy and drug prescriptions for my tax return? I have a benefit plan but they pay only a certain amount and I pay the remainder.

[alwade7]

How do I now claim these medical expenses as yesterday I filed my return with you guys 

[TurboTaxJennifer · Accepted solution]

Expenses for prescriptions, eye exams and dental work (not including cosmetic work) are eligible medical expenses. Massage therapy is accepted in some provinces but not others. If you are a resident of BC, New Brunswick, Ontario or Newfoundland, you can claim the expense.

Since you have already filed your return, you'll need to make an adjustment after CRA has processed your return and sent your Notice of Assessment. 

Keep in mind that medical expenses are not deductible in full. The first 3% of your net income is used to calculate the actual claim. For example, if your net income is $30,000, the first $900 of your medical expenses are not deductible ($30,000 X .03 = $900). If your medical expenses total $950, only $50 will end up as a deduction.

https://turbotax.community.intuit.ca/replies/2647992

[anesh002]

How exactly do you put through expenses for massage therapy?

[TurboTaxGinette]

@anesh002,

This question may lead to other questions, therefore I have included below our FAQ link containing other answers

related to claiming medical expenses.

https://turbotax.community.intuit.ca/community/tax-credits-expenses/help/how-do-i-enter-my-medical-e...