Blood Pressure Monitors
Home blood pressure monitors — not eligible as a medical expense under CRA rules
Are blood pressure monitors CRA eligible in Canada?
No. The CRA explicitly lists blood pressure monitors as not eligible medical expenses. They cannot be claimed under the Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC) and cannot be reimbursed through an HSA or PHSP, regardless of whether a prescription is obtained.
What Does Not Qualify
- Blood pressure cuff or monitor purchased for home use, with or without a prescription
- Fitness tracker with a blood pressure monitoring feature
- Wrist blood pressure monitor purchased for general health monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions
Are blood pressure monitors CRA eligible?
No. The CRA explicitly states that blood pressure monitors are not eligible medical expenses, regardless of whether a doctor recommends home monitoring.
Can I claim a blood pressure monitor through my HSA?
No. Since blood pressure monitors are not METC eligible, they cannot be reimbursed through an HSA.
Source
Based on the CRA's official eligible medical expenses list and Income Tax Folio S1-F1-C1, "Medical Expense Tax Credit".
This information is sourced from the Canada Revenue Agency's official Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC) reference guide (lines 33099 and 33199). This is not tax advice. For the most current rulings, consult the CRA directly or speak with a qualified tax professional.
Based on CRA data last updated 2026-01-20. Page last reviewed 2026-03-20.