Tax Resources
Looking for Your 1095 Tax Form?
1095-A
Customers enrolled in a Qualified Health Plan will receive a 1095-A tax form by early February. If you were enrolled in more than one plan during the year, you’ll get a 1095-A for each plan. Customers enrolled in a catastrophic health plan will not receive a 1095-A. If you or a household member used tax credits, you must file a federal income tax return. Find more information on 1095-A Tax Form.
You can view or print a digital copy of your 1095-A by signing in to your account. Click “View 1095 Forms” from the dashboard or by going to your Message Center. You can also download the WAPlanfinder mobile app available in the App Store and Google Play.
Mail notifications: You will only receive a paper copy of your 1095-A in the mail from Washington Healthplanfinder if you have signed up for mail notifications through your account.
Trouble viewing online: If you’re having trouble viewing your Washington Healthplanfinder messages, including your 1095-A, try updating your internet browser or using a different browser (for example, Chrome).
1095-B
The 1095-B is a tax form verifying you or your household member received free or low-cost Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage for one or more months of the last tax year. This form will list all those enrolled in Washington Apple Health coverage.
You do not need your 1095-B to file your taxes. You do not need to return this form to the Washington State Health Care Authority.
To access your 1095-B tax form, sign in to your Washington Healthplanfinder account. From the dashboard, click “View 1095 Forms” to view or download your 1095-B form. If you do not have a Washington Healthplanfinder account, you can create an account to view or download your tax form. You can find more information on 1095-B at Health Care Authority or call 1-800-562-3022.
For individuals who are aged, blind, disabled or in need of long-term services and supports receiving Apple Health coverage:
- Request your copy online using the Washington Apple Health web form (click ‘Client’ and select ‘1095-B" from the drop-down menu), or
- Call the Medical Assistance Customer Service Center at 1-800-562-3022.
If I Received a 1095-A, What Forms Do I Need to Submit with My Tax Return?
Use your 1095-A to complete IRS Form 8962: Premium Tax Credit.
If you used tax credits to lower the cost of your monthly premium, or if you’d like to claim your tax credit as a lump sum, you must file a federal tax return and attach Form 8962.
When you file your tax return, you must use IRS Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040NR.
If you have questions, contact a tax professional, broker, your local library, or the IRS.
IMPORTANT! If you don’t file your taxes correctly and on time, you may not be eligible for tax credits in future years.
What is IRS Form 8962 (Premium Tax Credit)?
You’ll use the information on your 1095-A to complete Form 8962 when you file your taxes.