Eliminating Impairment and the Disability Tax Credit

The DTC includes impairments related to bowel or bladder functions that require significant effort or assistance.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Inability to control elimination or substantial difficulty managing elimination needs

  • Use of assistive devices like catheters or ostomy bags

Common Qualifying Conditions:

  • Crohn’s disease

  • Colitis

  • Urinary incontinence

  • Bladder cancer

  • Colon cancer

  • Irritable bowel syndrome

Medical Certification:

Must be certified by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner