At this point,
the IRS is not examining or auditing your return. They are looking more closely at some of the
information on it - the specific things they are reviewing are probably listed
on your notice.
This is not necessarily something to
be very worried about. (It is always at least a little disconcerting to get a
notice from the IRS) At this point, they are simply looking more closely
at some of the information on your tax return. This Forbes
article can give you
some more information.
According
to the IRS link:
What you must do:
- Call the
toll-free IRS Identity Verification telephone number at 800-830-5084.
- Have a
copy of the 4883C letter you received, a copy of your prior year tax
return (if you filed one) and your most recently filed tax return (if you
filed one), as well as any supporting documentation for each years return
(such as W-2’s, 1099’s, Schedule C, Schedule F, etc.) when you call.
The toll-free
IRS Identity Verification telephone number is available for you to call even if
you haven't filed a tax return for this year.
This contact information is only for taxpayers who received Letter
4883C. The toll-free number is for identity verification only. No other
tax-related information, including refund status, is available.
For more information,
please see the IRS link
Understanding Your 4883C Letter.
If the IRS does request more
information or does not provide you with more information within the time frame
given in the notice, you may want to get assistance from a tax professional
(CPA or tax lawyer). It usually helps to have assistance from someone who
regularly deals with the IRS.
[edited 2/25/2017]
