How much allowance that we get for medical expence for a year in US?

Question

I know that we get allowance for goverment each year on our tax.
But I forget how much is it?
I remember between $12k? if my medical expense isn't over that amount, I couldn't ask for more refund, but if its over it I could ask for more.
But I don't remember the exact amount on the allowance.
Please help!

Answer 1

There isn't a medical expense allowance like you describe.

There is a standard deduction - this year $5350 for someone single, $10,700 for a joint return. If your total itemized deductions are less than your standard deduction, then you don't itemize. And medical expenses can only be deducted for the amount that exceeds 7.5% of your income.

Answer 2

There's no allowance. You can't deduct medical expenses unless they exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income and only if you're itemizing.

Answer 3

Not in the US. There's no such allowance.

Answer 4

Qman is correct.