Is cosmetic surgery taxable?

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Sorry for the possibly dumb question but it just occurred to me that the quote I got from my surgeon for rhinoplasty doesnt mention tax. Will I be charged tax on my procedure? Location: California

John Layke, DO, FACS · Answer

Not a stupid question at all!  There is no sales tax on cosmetic surgery.  This is a service, not a product.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

There is no federal tax on cosmetic surgery, and there is usually no state sales tax on cosmetic surgery.

David Alessi, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

This is a great question.  It varies by state.  For example, in New Jersey, there is a 6% tax on cosmetic surgery, whether paid by insurance or not.  There is not tax in California.  There is no Federal tax currently to my knowledge.  However, there has been a proposal circulating in the senate to impose a 5% tax on cosmetic surgery.  Of course, any products that are purchased from a cosmetic surgeon's office are taxable.  Best wishes.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

Since cosmetic surgery is a service and not a product, it is not taxed.  This is not a stupid question.

Is cosmetic surgery taxable?

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Answer: No Tax

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