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CP267A notice explained, in the IRS’s own words

You received a CP267A Notice because you've overpaid the Branded Prescription Drug Fee.

Read the full CP267A page on irs.gov ↗

Quoted from www.irs.gov/individuals/understanding-your-cp267a-notice, read October 15, 2026 · fingerprint d56ffe72b9a9

What this notice is about

You received a CP267A Notice because you've overpaid the Branded Prescription Drug Fee.

What you need to do

  • Call us within 30 days of the notice date between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Central Time at the number on your notice.
  • Identify your payments by tax form, fee year, and amount.
  • Tell us if we have misapplied any of your payments.
  • Inform us where you want to apply the overpayment.

You may want to

  • Review your Letter 4658, Final Fee Calculation
  • Search for the key phrase " Branded Prescription Drug."
  • Obtain Tax forms, instructions and publications or call 800-TAX-FORM ​ (800-829-3676​).

Why am I getting this notice?

We've sent you this notice because our records indicate you over paid your Branded Prescription Drug Fee. We need you to confirm that your payment was intended for another fee year or inform us where you want to apply the overpayment.

What is an "overpayment," and how is that different from a "refund?"

An "overpayment" occurs when you pay more taxes during the year than what you owe. This can either be refunded to you or applied to other taxes.

Tax forms or publications you may find useful

  • Report of Branded Prescription Drug Information Form 8947

What to do next

  • Write down the date on the letter today.
  • Look the number up on irs.gov yourself. Don’t trust a link or phone number from anyone else.
  • If it says you owe money or proposes changes to your return, take it to a licensed CPA, EA or tax attorney before that date.

Not advice. Not a filing. Verify with a licensed professional. Rules change by year and facts.

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