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After you file

You do not have to be a dependent on your parents taxes to still be covered under their health insurance policy as long as you are under age 26.  You can file your return independently.  Once you turn age 26 you will need to find your own health insurance coverage.    

 

 

Here is a link for reference.

 

 

 

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