Amended Tax Return Shows "Completed" Since August 4 - No Information If I'm Getting a Refund?

I have been looking at my transcript for hours and I'm completely lost. Can someone who knows these codes help me understand what's going on with my refund? Been waiting since February and these codes are like reading another language. I finally checked the "Where's My Amended Return" tool on the IRS website for my 2022 return, and here's what I'm seeing: Received: 04/13/2023 Adjusted: 07/14/2023 Completed: 08/04/2023 It says "Your Form 1040X has completed processing resulting in a refund, balance due, or no tax change." There's also this message: "We processed your amended return on August 04, 2023." And it provides this note: "If you have not received a notice and you would like to speak to a customer service representative, call 800-829-0582, extension 633, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will need a copy of your amended return." I'm so confused! I filed my original return in February, then had to amend in April. It's now been several months since they say it's "completed" but I still don't know if I'm getting a refund or what the status is. Has anyone dealt with this? Do I just need to call that number? The website doesn't actually tell me if I'm getting money back or if I owe more!

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Amina Diop

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Theodore Nelson

Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through the exact same thing with my amended return last year. That "completed" status is so misleading - it just means they finished processing it, not that you'll definitely get money back. From what you described, since it says "resulting in a refund, balance due, or no tax change" they're basically saying "we're done but we're not telling you which one it is" 🙄 Honestly, I'd just bite the bullet and call that number they gave you (800-829-0582, ext 633). I know nobody wants to sit on hold for hours but it's literally the only way to get a straight answer about whether you're getting a refund or not. When I called, they were able to tell me exactly what my refund amount was and when to expect it. The transcript codes will show more detail but if you're not used to reading them it's like deciphering ancient scrolls lol. Good luck!

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