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Jun 4, 2019 11:49 PM UTC
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Do I file an amendment for a W2 correction from Box 12 - Code C?

I have filed my tax return and already received my refund. My husband's employer sent a corrected W2 (received after filed) and the only difference is in Box 12. It is Code C and the amount increased  by 38.88. That is the only difference from the original. I realize this is tied to employer benefits (I think it is our vision insurance?); however it does not change our bottom line. Do I still need to file an amended return?

Answer
Jun 4, 2019 11:49 PM UTC

No.

The IRS says that you need to amend if:

  • "You received a corrected tax form after filing (the "corrected" box is checked) and the new info changes your refund or tax due amount."

The tax tables change every $50, so that is likely reason that the $38.88 did not change your bottom line. 

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Answer
Jun 4, 2019 11:49 PM UTC

No.

The IRS says that you need to amend if:

  • "You received a corrected tax form after filing (the "corrected" box is checked) and the new info changes your refund or tax due amount."

The tax tables change every $50, so that is likely reason that the $38.88 did not change your bottom line. 

Level 2
Jun 4, 2019 11:49 PM UTC
Thank you!!!