{"id":116922,"date":"2025-09-29T16:04:53","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T07:04:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/"},"modified":"2025-10-15T15:06:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T06:06:19","slug":"nipt-medical-expense-deduction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Prenatal Testing and Medical Expense Deductions \u2013 Eligibility Conditions &amp; Application Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u76ee\u6b21<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#What_Is_NIPT_Before_Understanding_Its_Link_to_Tax_Deductions\" >What Is NIPT? Before Understanding Its Link to Tax Deductions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Basic_Conditions_for_Medical_Expense_Deductions_NIPT_Eligibility\" >Basic Conditions for Medical Expense Deductions &amp; NIPT Eligibility<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#What_Is_a_Medical_Expense_Deduction\" >What Is a Medical Expense Deduction?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Does_NIPT_Qualify\" >Does NIPT Qualify?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#When_NIPT_Qualifies_vs_When_It_Does_Not\" >When NIPT Qualifies vs. When It Does Not<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Eligible_Cases\" >Eligible Cases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Non-Eligible_Cases\" >Non-Eligible Cases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#How_to_Apply_for_NIPT_Medical_Expense_Deduction\" >How to Apply for NIPT Medical Expense Deduction<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Step_1_Keep_All_Receipts\" >Step 1: Keep All Receipts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Step_2_Fill_Out_the_Medical_Expense_Summary_Form\" >Step 2: Fill Out the Medical Expense Summary Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Step_3_Submit_via_e-Tax_or_Paper_Tax_Return\" >Step 3: Submit via e-Tax or Paper Tax Return<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Filing_Period_Key_Notes\" >Filing Period &amp; Key Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Practical_Examples_Expert_Opinions\" >Practical Examples &amp; Expert Opinions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Common_Questions_Q_A\" >Common Questions (Q&amp;A)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Importance_of_Physician_Documentation\" >Importance of Physician Documentation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Common_Filing_Mistakes_Leading_to_Rejection\" >Common Filing Mistakes Leading to Rejection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Overseas_NIPT_Testing\" >Overseas NIPT Testing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Social_Context\" >Social Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\/#Conclusion_Understand_the_Application_Process_Use_the_System_Effectively\" >Conclusion: Understand the Application Process &amp; Use the System Effectively<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201cNon-Invasive Prenatal Test (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a>)\u201d is a screening method chosen by many pregnant women to gain reassurance. However, because <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> is usually considered an out-of-pocket service (non-insurance-covered), the cost is not insignificant. For this reason, it is crucial to know whether <strong>medical expense deductions<\/strong> can be applied to reduce the financial burden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article explains the eligibility requirements for claiming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> under medical expense deductions, the application process, and also introduces legal references, tax authority guidance, and relevant case examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_NIPT_Before_Understanding_Its_Link_to_Tax_Deductions\"><\/span>What Is NIPT? Before Understanding Its Link to Tax Deductions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> (Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing) is an advanced screening test that analyzes fetal DNA in the mother\u2019s blood to detect chromosomal abnormalities such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> is usually provided as an uninsured medical service, the cost often ranges between \u00a5100,000\u2013\u00a5200,000. Whether these costs are deductible as medical expenses is a major concern for many expectant mothers and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Basic_Conditions_for_Medical_Expense_Deductions_NIPT_Eligibility\"><\/span>Basic Conditions for Medical Expense Deductions &amp; NIPT Eligibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Medical_Expense_Deduction\"><\/span>What Is a Medical Expense Deduction?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Medical expense deductions allow a partial refund of income tax when annual medical costs exceed a certain amount. The deductible amount is calculated as follows:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_NIPT_Qualify\"><\/span>Does NIPT Qualify?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>: Yes, if certain conditions are met, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> can qualify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Japan\u2019s National Tax Agency: <em>\u201cExaminations conducted for diagnosis or treatment are deductible as medical expenses.\u201d<\/em> (Reference: NTA\uff5cNo.1122 Eligible Medical Expenses).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> is performed under a physician\u2019s direction to assess fetal health and enable medical decisions, it is often accepted as deductible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_NIPT_Qualifies_vs_When_It_Does_Not\"><\/span>When NIPT Qualifies vs. When It Does Not<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligible_Cases\"><\/span>Eligible Cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Test ordered\/approved by a physician<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-risk pregnancy (advanced maternal age, medical history)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conducted at institutions offering genetic counseling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conducted at certified facilities (e.g., recognized by the Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receipts issued with clear \u201cdiagnostic purpose\u201d stated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-Eligible_Cases\"><\/span>Non-Eligible Cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Testing requested for personal preference or non-medical reasons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performed without physician involvement or recommendation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conducted abroad (deductions typically apply only to domestic medical services)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_NIPT_Medical_Expense_Deduction\"><\/span>How to Apply for NIPT Medical Expense Deduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Keep_All_Receipts\"><\/span>Step 1: Keep All Receipts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> test fees, counseling costs, and public transportation expenses.<br>Ensure receipts clearly show medical institution name, test type, amount, and payment date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Fill_Out_the_Medical_Expense_Summary_Form\"><\/span>Step 2: Fill Out the Medical Expense Summary Form<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the National Tax Agency\u2019s Excel form.<br>You may include expenses for family members in the same household.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Submit_via_e-Tax_or_Paper_Tax_Return\"><\/span>Step 3: Submit via e-Tax or Paper Tax Return<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>e-Tax<\/strong>: Receipts not required at submission (but must be kept for 5 years).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Paper filing<\/strong>: Must submit receipts along with the expense statement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Filing_Period_Key_Notes\"><\/span>Filing Period &amp; Key Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Filing period: February 16 \u2013 March 15 of the following year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refund claims: Can be made retroactively for up to 5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important: Ambiguous receipts may cause denial; request precise documentation from your medical provider<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"\/nipt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/32655552_s-1.webp\" alt=\"\u6ce8\u610f\" class=\"wp-image-116916\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Examples_Expert_Opinions\"><\/span>Practical Examples &amp; Expert Opinions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, an expectant mother undergoing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> at a university hospital\u2019s genetics department due to advanced maternal age successfully claimed the deduction, since the test was recognized as medically necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology also emphasizes the significance of prenatal testing when medical risk exists, which can support tax claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Questions_Q_A\"><\/span>Common Questions (Q&amp;A)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1: If I choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> voluntarily, does it qualify?<\/strong><br>A: Generally, no. Without physician involvement or referral, it is often excluded. The key criterion is whether the test serves a <em>diagnostic or treatment purpose.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2: Are travel and lodging expenses deductible?<\/strong><br>A:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Public transport fares (bus, train, taxi) are deductible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private car fuel\/parking is not deductible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Companion\u2019s travel fare may be deductible if medically necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lodging costs are generally excluded (except in rare cases)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Physician_Documentation\"><\/span>Importance of Physician Documentation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Supporting documents can strengthen approval chances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Physician\u2019s statement noting \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> required\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral letters or consent forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Counseling records with test purpose and risk explanation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detailed receipts and invoices from the medical institution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Filing_Mistakes_Leading_to_Rejection\"><\/span>Common Filing Mistakes Leading to Rejection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assuming all private (out-of-pocket) medical services qualify \u2192 Cosmetic surgery and routine check-ups do not qualify<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online-ordered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> without physician involvement \u2192 Usually not accepted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receipt does not mention \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a>\u201d or \u201cprenatal testing\u201d \u2192 May be rejected; request clarification from the medical provider<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overseas_NIPT_Testing\"><\/span>Overseas NIPT Testing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> conducted overseas may be deductible only if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Short-term stay abroad and unavailable in Japan under special circumstances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physician referral\/diagnosis provided<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receipt and statement translated into Japanese, clearly describing the test<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, eligibility varies by tax office; consult in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_Context\"><\/span>Social Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Initially, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> in Japan was considered a \u201cluxury test for the wealthy,\u201d criticized for its uninsured status. Recently, as demand has grown, medical expense deductions are increasingly seen as fair economic support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially for families facing advanced maternal age or genetic risk, reducing financial burden through tax deductions is becoming more critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Understand_the_Application_Process_Use_the_System_Effectively\"><\/span>Conclusion: Understand the Application Process &amp; Use the System Effectively<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/\">NIPT<\/a> is costly and not covered by insurance, when conducted under a physician\u2019s diagnostic judgment, it may qualify for medical expense deduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By preparing receipts, physician notes, and documentation in advance, you can ensure smooth approval during tax filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medical expense deductions help balance family finances during pregnancy while preparing responsibly for the child\u2019s future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Introduction The \u201cNo&#8230;\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/nipt-medical-expense-deduction\/?lang=en\">\u7d9a\u304d\u3092\u8aad\u3080<\/a>","protected":false},"author":122,"featured_media":116915,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[97],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-116922","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/116922","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/122"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=116922"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/116922\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":118160,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/116922\/revisions\/118160"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/116915"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=116922"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=116922"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hiro-clinic.or.jp\/nipt\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=116922"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}