If my 2016 transcript shows a credit balance shouldn't IRS subtract from that for any corrections they make to my return?
Yes, if your 2016 transcripts shows a credit balance (you overpaid IRS) IRS should subtract that balance for any tax due from changes they make to your tax return.
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