If you paid premiums for qualified longterm care insurance, you may be eligible for a deduction on your Missouri income tax return. Qualified long-term care insurance is defined as insurance coverage for a period of at least 12 months for long-term care expenses should such care become necessary because of chronic health conditions and/or physical disabilities including cognitive impairment or the loss of functional capacity, thus rendering an individual unable to care for themself without the help of another person. Complete the worksheet only if you paid premiums for a qualified long-term care insurance policy; and the policy is for at least 12 months coverage.