Can I claim back for contributions to a medical health insurance, ie not a medical aid scheme?

By Marc Sevitz · Updated

Rufus

Rufus said:
14 April 2015 at 9:31

Can I claim back for contributions to a medical health insurance, ie not a medical aid scheme?
TaxTim Marc

TaxTim Marc said:
14 April 2015 at 9:35

Unfortunately not, it would need to meet the definition as per the Medical Schemes Act to qualify - please check with the fund if they do meet this definition. Otherwise you can deduct this under the other medical expenses section