If my custody/support order says I am to pay half of all “medical and dental bills not covered by insurance.”, does that include OTC allergy medication?

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If my custody/support order says I am to pay half of all “medical and dental bills not covered by insurance.”, does that include OTC allergy medication?

Are OTC meds considered “medical bills”?

Asked on December 12, 2011 under Family Law, Illinois

Answers:

Hong Shen / Roberts Law Group

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

It depends. Sometimes doctors ask their patients to get OTC drugs instead of prescribed drugs and in such cases it would be shared by you. Technically, this should only include things like copay and your out of pocket expenses. If it is necessary for the kids' medical conditions, I think you will be glad to share it.


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