In: Accounting
Simpson, age 45, is a single individual who is employed full-time by Duff Corporation. This year Simpson reports AGI of $69,200 and has incurred the following medical expenses:
Dentist charges | $ | 1,600 |
Physician charges | 2,450 | |
Optical charges | 875 | |
Cost of eyeglasses | 715 | |
Hospital charges | 4,350 | |
Prescription drugs | 575 | |
Over-the-counter drugs | 820 | |
Medical insurance premiums (not through an exchange) | 1,200 | |
a. Calculate the amount of medical expenses that will be included with Simpson's itemized deductions after any applicable limitations.
b. Suppose that Simpson was reimbursed for $250 of the physician's charges and $1,200 for the hospital costs. Calculate the amount of medical expenses that will be included with Simpson's itemized deductions after any applicable limitations.