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March 22, 2020
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1099-misc

  • March 22, 2020
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My son received a 1099-Misc.  Box 14 was checked.  This was from a settlement from a summer job employer for reimbursement of medical bills for getting hurt on the job.  It was over just $2,000.00. How much of this is consisted taxable income when it is a reimbursement for medical bills from the prior year?  And why is it being considered a Business income?  He is not self-employed. 

 

Also, is there an amount of a 1099-MISC you don't have to report?  My daughter-in-law received one for $3.25.

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    ColeenD3
    Level 15
    March 22, 2020

     This is taxable as Other Income, but it is NOT subject to employment taxes.  To enter it on your return, follow the instructions below:

    • Sign into your return and Take me to my return.
    • Choose the Federal return and the Wages & Income tab.
    • Scroll down to Less Common Income and Show more.
    • Choose Miscellaneous Income, 1099-A, 1099-C.
    • Choose Other Reportable Income and say Yes.
    • Even though the screen says "Do not enter income reported on Form 1099-MISC", this is where you will enter the description "1099-MISC for Medical reimbursement," the amount you received, and who received it.
    Level 2
    March 30, 2020

    Thank you so much for your instructions, I had no problems following them.

    I really appreciated you help.