What types of expenses are deductible for NSC Pension calculation?

For the calculation of Non-Service Connected (NSC) Pension, out-of-pocket unreimbursed medical expenses are deductible. This means that if a veteran is paying for medical costs that are not reimbursed by another source, those expenses can be subtracted from their income when determining eligibility for the NSC Pension. This is an important consideration as it can significantly affect the amount of pension benefits a veteran may receive.

Housing expenses, while generally significant in a veteran's overall financial planning, are not specifically deductible for the NSC Pension calculation. Food and transportation costs also do not qualify for deduction in this context, as the pension calculation focuses primarily on medical expenses. Educational expenses, while valuable, are similarly not deductible in relation to NSC Pension benefits. Thus, the focus on unreimbursed medical expenses aligns directly with the guidelines used in calculating the NSC Pension.