Page-turner devices

Are page-turner devices CRA eligible in Canada?

Yes. Page-turner devices are eligible medical expenses under the CRA's Medical Expense Tax Credit (METC) when prescribed by a medical practitioner. These devices assist individuals who cannot turn pages manually due to a physical disability. Because an HSA reimburses METC-eligible expenses, page-turner devices are reimbursable through a Health Spending Account.

What Qualifies

• Motorized or electronic page-turner prescribed for a person with a severe upper limb impairment (e.g., ALS, quadriplegia, muscular dystrophy)
• Custom-fitted or adapted page-turning devices for use in daily living or rehabilitation
• Rental charges for a prescribed page-turner device
• Operating costs per Folio S1-F1-C1, paragraph 1.74: electricity or batteries, repairs, replacement parts, maintenance, warranty contracts, and supplies

Frequently Asked Questions

Are page-turner devices CRA eligible?

Yes. The CRA lists "Page-turner devices" as an eligible medical expense requiring a prescription, under subsection 118.2(2) of the Income Tax Act.

Can I claim a page-turner device through my HSA?

Yes. The purchase price, rental fees, and operating costs of a prescribed page-turner device are reimbursable through a Health Spending Account.

Source

Based on the CRA's official eligible medical expenses list and Income Tax Folio S1-F1-C1, "Artificial limbs, aids and other devices and equipment".