I received a 1099-misc for Paid family and Medical Leave...instead of a 1099-G

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March 21, 2026
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The Paid Family and Medical Leave was reported on a 1099-MISC. I see in other posts that a 1099-G is usually used. I just want to be sure that I am entering this Medical Leave correctly into Turbo Tax.

What would be the reason that a 1099-MISC form was sent instead of a 1099-G?

Should I be reaching out to the 3rd party Insurance Company?

Help!

CesarJ

Level 6

If a private insurance company or third-party administrator handles your Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) payments instead of a state agency, you might receive a 1099-MISC (typically with the amount in Box 3) rather than a 1099-G. To report this in TurboTax, navigate to the "Other Common Income" section and enter the 1099-MISC details. Ensure you specify that the payment was not related to self-employment or your regular work to prevent being charged unnecessary self-employment taxes.

To enter your 1099-MISC for Paid Family and Medical Leave in TurboTax Online, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Wages & Income section.
2. Find the 1099-MISC and Other Common Income area and select Start or Update next to Income from Form 1099-MISC.
3. Answer Yes to "Did you get a 1099-MISC?"
4. Enter the details exactly as they appear on your form.

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user17740977039Author

Level 2

Thank you for the information.

I do have some more questions after reviewing the community board posts...

I thought Paid Family/Medical Leave was not taxable...am I incorrect?

Is it taxable federally, by state (MA), or both?

When entered as directed, my Fed and State amounts change drastically; and not in my favor...

Please advise 🙂

CesarJ

Level 6

Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits are considered taxable income for federal purposes, but generally not for Massachusetts state income tax.

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