- Due to these extensions, some individual taxpayers may not receive a Form 1095-B or Form 1095-C by the time they are ready to file their 2015 tax returns.
- While these forms may assist in preparing a return, they are not required.
- Like last year, taxpayers can prepare and file their returns using other information about their health insurance.
- Individuals do not have to wait for their Forms 1095-B or 1095-C to file.
The IRS has posted a set of questions and answers that introduce the new Forms 1095-B and 1095-C. The questions and answers explain who should expect to receive the forms, how they can be used, and how to file with or without the forms.