Can I write off my milage to go to the doctor under medical expenses?

Schedule A of Form 1040, Line 1

For example, if you have an adjusted gross income of $50,000, you can deduct medical expenses that exceed $3,750 (7.5% of $50,000). If you drove 200 miles for medical appointments and the IRS mileage rate is 17 cents per mile, you would have $34 (200 miles * $0.17/mile) in deductible mileage expenses.

A calculation is required for this deduction.

To calculate your deductible mileage, multiply the total miles driven for medical appointments by the standard mileage rate for medical purposes. Then subtract 7.5% of your adjusted gross income from your total medical expenses to determine the deductible amount.

Keep a detailed log of your mileage, including dates, destinations, and the purpose of each trip. Also keep receipts for any tolls or parking fees. These records will be important if you are audited by the IRS.

IRS Publication 502, Medical and Dental Expenses; IRS Notice 2020-05