I got a reduced refund with a treasury offset code, but the treasury said I don't have an offset tied to my social security number. How do I resolve this?

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I got a reduced refund with a treasury offset code, but the treasury said I don't have an offset tied to my social security number. How do I resolve this?

You may want to contact a Taxpayer Advocate in your area AFTER you check your account transcripts to see what happened to that missing amount ... http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Get-Transcript

See this IRS website for Taxpayer Advocate in your area and a toll free number - http://www.irs.gov/Advocate/Local-Taxpayer-Advocate

I got a reduced refund with a treasury offset code, but the treasury said I don't have an offset tied to my social security number. How do I resolve this?

The Bureau of the Fiscal Service (BFS) will send you a “offset notice“, with details on adjustment that includes the amount and agency to which you owe the debt.

Did you file a Joint return? If so, could the offset be for your Spouse?