Deduction for medical treatment

This discussion explores the possibility of claiming tax deductions under Section 80D for medical treatment expenses incurred for a mother. The user, aged 27, spent ₹30,000 in September 2020 for their 50-year-old mother's treatment without medical insurance. Key questions include eligibility for the deduction and the impact of cash payments, alongside a mention of the ₹5,000 limit for preventive health check-ups.