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Field help: (2018) Medical aids

This text refers to the Steuererklärung 2018. You can find the version for the Steuererklärung 2025 at:
(2025): Medical aids

Tick this box if you want to claim costs for medical aids (Hilfsmittel). This includes among others:

Blood pressure, blood glucose meter
Glasses, contact lenses, hearing aid device
Contact lenses and related care products
Hearing aid device and batteries required
Prosthesis
Dental fillings, crowns, dentures
Wig, hair toupee
Orthopaedic shoes or insoles
Crutches, walking aids
Wheelchair and its maintenance costs
Aids for dressing and undressing or food intake
Inhaler
Medical irradiation device