Medical expenses incurred on behalf of children of divorced parents are deductible by the parent who pays the expenses but only if that parent also is entitled to the dependency exemption.

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Medical expenses for children of divorced parents can be deductible by the parent who pays them, regardless of which parent claims the dependency exemption, as long as the expenses are for a qualifying child.

Medical Expenses Incurred on Behalf of Children of Divorced Parents