This discussion clarifies whether medical insurance contributions deducted by an employer from an employee's salary can be claimed under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act. The consensus is that yes, these contributions can be shown as your contribution for health insurance to avail tax benefits.
20 July 2024
Respected Sir/Madam... I am availing medical insurance through my employer and employer is deducting under MEDICAL INSURANCE, which is also shown in my payslip. Can I show this as my contribution for health insurance in 80D ?