What is Allowable medical Deduction?

By Marc Sevitz · Updated 4 July 2013

When I submitted my tax return via SARS efiling last year, my tax calculation document stated that I had an "Allowable medical Deduction" (code 4008) of R8640. I am on private medical aid and my employer doesn't make contributions to my medical aid.

This year, (even though my total contributions (code 4040) for 2012/2013 have been higher), my "Allowable medical Deduction" is R0. What is this "Allowable medical Deduction" and how is it calculated?

TaxTim Marc said:
4 July 2013 at 22:26

Have a look at this blog post and if you still have questions please let us know:

Tax deductions for Out of Pocket expenses