If I pay to make use of state hospitals, does this count as medical expenses?

By Marc Sevitz · Updated

Tina

Tina said:
7 June 2015 at 20:54

Hi, I am not on a medical aid, but have paid privately to have some tests done and have also paid a fee at a state hospital according to my earnings. If I have the receipts do these count as deductions?
TaxTim Marc

TaxTim Marc said:
8 June 2015 at 5:20

You can include these in your ITR12 income tax return under expenses not covered by medical aid. Please read our article on how Medical Tax Credits work.