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What is the 1095-B tax form?
Blue Shield sends this form to all subscribers enrolled in Blue Shield health coverage for any month of the plan year. The information on this form can be used to verify that you, your spouse, and any dependents (as applicable) had coverage for each month during the year.
The 1095-B tax form should be kept for your tax records. To learn more, see IRS forms 1095-A and 1095-B.*We are not tax professionals and cannot provide tax advice. Please consult a tax or financial professional if you have questions regarding your individual taxes.
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Will I get more than one 1095-B tax form?
You may receive more than one 1095-B form if:
- Members of your household were enrolled in health plans issued by different health insurance carriers.
- You changed your health plan coverage and carrier in 2022.
- Your Blue Shield subscriber ID changed.
*We are not tax professionals and cannot provide tax advice. Please consult a tax or financial professional if you have questions regarding your individual taxes.
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What is minimum essential coverage?
Minimum essential coverage (MEC) (PDF, 119 KB) is the type of health coverage required to meet California’s individual mandate.
All California residents must have MEC throughout 2022. If you or anyone in your household will not have MEC in 2022, please consult a tax or financial professional to inquire about a coverage exemption. Otherwise, a state tax penalty may apply.
*We are not tax professionals and cannot provide tax advice. Please consult a tax or financial professional if you have questions regarding your individual taxes.
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How do I report minimum essential coverage?
The California state tax form 540, line 92 has a Healthcare section with a box to check confirming health insurance coverage.
Download the 540 form from the California Franchise Tax Board website.
*We are not tax professionals and cannot provide tax advice. Please consult a tax or financial professional if you have questions regarding your individual taxes.