If you’ve ever enrolled in a qualified health plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace, you may have received a 1095-A form. This form is an important document that states the type of coverage you and your family had, the amount of the premium, any advance payments of the premium tax credit, and other details. It’s essential for filing your taxes. Here’s everything you need to know about 1095-A forms.
What Is a 1095-A Form?
A 1095-A form is a document that the Health Insurance Marketplace issues to those who have enrolled in a qualified health plan. It’s essentially like a W-2 form for health insurance. The 1095-A form has information about the type of health insurance coverage you had and the amount of the premium you paid. It also includes any advance payments of the premium tax credit (APTC) you received and any cost-sharing reductions (CSRs) you received.
When Do I Receive My 1095-A Form?
The Health Insurance Marketplace typically sends 1095-A forms to enrollees by the end of January. However, if you enrolled late in the year, the Marketplace may not send your form until the middle of February. If you haven’t received your 1095-A form by the middle of February, contact the Marketplace.
What Information Is Included on a 1095-A Form?
A 1095-A form includes information about the health insurance coverage you had during the tax year. It has your name, address, and Social Security number. It also has the name of the primary insured, the names and Social Security numbers of any dependents, and the name of the health insurance company. The form also has the start and end dates of the health plan, the premium amount, the APTC amount, and the CSR amount.
What Do I Do With My 1095-A Form?
If you received a 1095-A form, you’ll need to report the information on your federal income tax return. You’ll use the information to complete IRS Form 8962 to claim the premium tax credit. If you received APTC, you must include the amount on your tax return and reconcile the APTC with the amount of the premium tax credit you’re eligible to receive. If you received CSRs, you must report the amount on your tax return.
What If I Made a Mistake on My 1095-A Form?
If you think you made a mistake on your 1095-A form, contact the Marketplace. It’s important to make sure the information on the form is accurate so you can correctly file your taxes. The Marketplace can issue a corrected 1095-A form if the information on the original form was wrong.
What If I Didn’t Receive a 1095-A Form?
If you were enrolled in a qualified health plan during the tax year but didn’t receive a 1095-A form, contact the Marketplace. It’s important to get a copy of the form before filing your taxes. The Marketplace may send you a new form or direct you to a website where you can download a copy.
How Can I Get Help With My 1095-A Form?
If you need help understanding or completing your 1095-A form, contact the Marketplace or a tax advisor. A tax advisor can help you understand the form and complete your taxes. If you have questions about the information on the form, contact the Marketplace.
Conclusion
A 1095-A form is an important document that states the type of health insurance coverage you and your family had and any advance payments you received. It’s essential for filing your taxes. Make sure to keep your 1095-A form in a safe place and contact the Marketplace if you need help understanding it or if you didn’t receive one.
