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What specialized business deductions can I claim as a 1099 locum tenens provider?

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You can deduct malpractice insurance, licensing fees, CME, home office space, travel, and healthcare premiums.

You can write off ordinary and necessary business expenses including professional medical malpractice insurance, licensing fees, continuing medical education (CME), home office space, business travel/lodging for assignments, and healthcare premiums.

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