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How should an Indian taxpayer think about section 80D without assuming every health premium is deductible?

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Shreya Bhatia
May 27, 2026 3,336 views 1 answer
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I pay for health insurance in India and want to understand section 80D properly. Please explain why the regime choice matters, why the deduction is not automatic just because a premium was paid, and what records should be kept.

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