Based on your description of "discrepancy in filing status parameters," it sounds like you might have received a CP01H notice or similar correspondence. The fastest route is usually the Identity Verification Service at 800-830-5084, but I'd recommend first checking if you can complete the verification online through ID.me if that option was mentioned in your notice. If you must go in-person, call 844-545-5640 to schedule at your local TAC office. Make sure to ask specifically what type of verification they need when you call - this will determine exactly which documents to bring. The representatives can also clarify if your situation requires in-person verification or if there are online alternatives available. Have you received any specific letters or notices from the IRS about this discrepancy? That would help determine the exact process you need to follow.

I went through this exact process about 6 months ago. First thing - check what specific letter code you received (like CP01H, 5071C, etc.) as this determines your path forward. For scheduling in-person verification: • Call 844-545-5640 for TAC appointments • Have your notice/letter ready when you call • They'll tell you exactly which documents to bring Before going in-person though, definitely check if online verification through ID.me is available for your situation - it's much faster if you qualify. The phone representatives at 844-545-5640 can actually tell you right away if online verification is an option for your specific case. Pro tip: If you do need to go in-person, schedule ASAP as TAC appointments can book out 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during tax season. And yes, bring extra documentation beyond what they ask for - better to have too much than make a second trip. What type of notice did you receive? That detail would help everyone give you more targeted advice.

Dont hold ur breath lol... my 2022 amended return took 11 months to process!! Filed March 2023, finally got resolution February 2024. The system is totally broken. And I was owed money the whole time with no interest paid to me of course. But if you owe them? Interest starts immediately 🙄

I'm in a very similar situation! Filed my 2023 amended return in December after realizing I missed reporting some cryptocurrency gains. It's been about 3 months now and the "Where's My Amended Return" tool still just shows "received" with no processing updates. Based on what everyone's sharing here, it sounds like 16-20+ weeks is pretty normal right now. I'm trying to be patient but it's frustrating not knowing if there are any issues or if it's just sitting in the queue. Thanks for asking this question - it's reassuring to know I'm not the only one dealing with the long wait times. Going to try checking my transcript online like @Adriana suggested to see if that gives more detail than the amended return tool.

Don't forget about the look-back period! Medicaid will scrutinize any large deposits or withdrawals in the last 5 years, so be ready to explain those if they appear on the tax forms. My mom's application got delayed because she had capital gains from selling her house, and even though it was an exempt asset, we still had to provide additional documentation.

Another thing to keep in mind - some states have specific Medicaid application checklists that tell you exactly which tax forms they need. I wish I had known this earlier! When I was going through this process with my father last year, I spent weeks trying to figure out what to include. Then I discovered our state's Medicaid website had a downloadable checklist specifically for long-term care applications that broke down exactly which tax documents were required. It saved me from both over-submitting (like including every single TurboTax worksheet) and under-submitting (I almost forgot to include his 1099-R forms for pension distributions). The checklist even had little boxes to check off as you gathered each document. If your state has something similar, it might be worth looking for before you start printing everything. Some states even have different requirements depending on whether it's for nursing home care vs. home-based care services.

Just want to add my experience to help set expectations - I filed my 1040X in September and it took exactly 18 weeks to process (so about 4.5 months). The "Where's My Amended Return" tool was completely useless like everyone said - it just showed "received" the entire time until suddenly it said "completed" the same day I got my refund check. The transcript codes were way more helpful for tracking actual progress. I saw the 971 code about 3 weeks after filing, then nothing for months, then suddenly the 290 code appeared and my refund was issued within a week. My advice: check your transcript monthly (not daily or you'll drive yourself crazy), ignore the online tracker completely, and just be patient. The wait is brutal but it does eventually happen!

I'm also a first-time amendment filer and this thread has been incredibly enlightening! Filed my 1040X about two weeks ago for a missed deduction and was getting worried about the silence. Now I realize that's totally normal and I need to adjust my expectations from "a few weeks" to "several months." Really appreciate everyone sharing their real experiences - it's way more helpful than the vague timelines on the IRS website. I'm definitely going to start monitoring my transcript for those transaction codes (971, 290, 291) instead of relying on that useless online tracker. The tools people mentioned like taxr.ai and claimyr.com sound like lifesavers if I get stuck in the waiting game. Here's hoping all of us recent filers get processed on the faster end of the spectrum! 🤞

Has anyone had success with the emergency lien release process? I've heard rumors that there's a way to get a certificate of non-attachment under section 6325e processed within 72 hours if you're facing imminent financial harm like a sale falling through or loan denial.

I went through this exact situation about 8 months ago and it was incredibly stressful! The IRS had placed a lien on my property due to their processing error, and even after they acknowledged the mistake, I still had to go through the formal certificate of non-attachment process under section 6325e. Here's what I learned: The timeline really varies by service center and time of year. Mine took exactly 6 weeks from submission to removal, which was right in the middle of the typical 30-90 day range others have mentioned. Since you have a pending sale, I'd strongly recommend doing a few things simultaneously: 1) File your 6325e request with ALL supporting documentation showing the IRS error 2) Contact the Taxpayer Advocate Service immediately - they can often expedite cases with pending financial transactions 3) Get a letter from your title company or realtor explaining how the lien is impacting your sale timeline 4) Call weekly for status updates (be polite but persistent) The silver lining is that when the IRS has already admitted their error, the approval is usually straightforward - it's just the processing time that's frustrating. In my case, once they actually reviewed my file, the approval came through within days. Hang in there - it will get resolved!