Net Medical Expense Tax Offset

If you have net medical expenses over $2,162* you may be eligible to receive the Net Medical Expense Tax Offset (NMETO).

However, the conditions for receiving the NMETO have been adjusted as part of the ATO’s plan to phase out the NMETO.

To be eligible to claim the NMETO on your 2014 tax return you must

Have claimed the NMETO on your 2013 tax return
Or paid for medical expenses relating to disability aids, attendant care or aged care

To be eligible to claim the NMETO on your 2015 tax return you must

Have claimed the NMETO on your 2014 tax return
Or paid for medical expenses relating to disability aids, attendant care or aged care

On your 2016, 2017, 2018, & 2019 tax returns, you will NOT be able to claim the NMETO unless you have

Paid for medical expenses relating to disability aids, attendant care or aged care

In 2020, the NMETO will NOT be available.