Comments on: The Cost of Kids Getting Better: Is It Deductible?

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Ask the taxgirl: Foreign Medical Expenses | taxgirl — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:46:27 +0000

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Money Changes Everything: Health Care in America | taxgirl — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:57:12 +0000

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By: Kelly

Kelly — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:50:19 +0000

As a mom of a child who was in the NICU, I can sympathize. And I think that mileage would be deductible. Keep good records.

By: Mermaid

Mermaid — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:14 +0000

What if you child was in the hospital for an extended amount of time. Can you deduct a parent’s mileage to and from the hospital daily? What if the time was in the NICU and doctor’s recommend mother’s milk brought in or kangaroo time?

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Where in the World is Taxgirl? | taxgirl — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 17:15:05 +0000

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By: Kelly

Kelly — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:12:39 +0000

Mary Kay, thanks for fielding that one!

By: Kelly

Kelly — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:10:00 +0000

Karyn, I am sorry to hear it. Cancer is a scary thing – but luckily, generally treatable (my mom is a cancer survivor). I am sending you and your husband good vibes – let me know if you have any questions about the tax side of things.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:08:29 +0000

Thanks Natalie! I appreciate it!

By: Kelly

Kelly — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:08:11 +0000

Wow, Alyssa. I am sorry to hear it, I will think good thoughts for you both.
If you have any specific questions about what you can deduct, hit me up on twitter!
Best wishes for the new year – and yes, CHOP is amazing.