1095-B

What is Form 1095-B?

Form 1095-B reports information about individuals who have minimum essential health coverage and are not liable for the individual shared responsibility payment.

It shows details such as health insurance coverage, effective coverage dates, individuals covered, and the coverage provider.

Who needs to file Form 1095-B?

• Providers of minimum essential health coverage (such as health insurers) issue Form 1095-B to individuals who meet the criteria for coverage.
• It's essential for accurate tax reporting.

Note on the recipient statement date

The due date for furnishing Form 1095-B to recipients carries an automatic, permanent 30-day extension from the standard January 31 deadline, which is why it lands in early March rather than early February.