If you’re a 1099 CRNA, your income is growing — but so are your taxes.

In this episode of Money Moves for CRNAs, Randy Larkin, CPA, explains LLC tax flexibility in simple terms and why it matters so much for CRNAs working as independent contractors.

This episode builds on the last conversation where we explained why 1099 CRNAs are businesses — not just providers. Now, we take the next step and explain how your LLC gives you tax options that W-2 employees don’t have.

You’ll learn:

• How LLCs are taxed by default for 1099 CRNAs
• Why self-employment tax hits CRNAs so hard
• When an S corporation election starts to make sense
• Why LLC tax flexibility matters more as income grows
• Common tax mistakes CRNAs make when they don’t plan ahead

This episode is for CRNAs who:

• Feel anxious about taxes and quarterly payments
• Are making good money but feel unsure about structure
• Want clarity without tax jargon or sales pressure

🎧 This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not personalized tax or financial advice.

Chapters:
00:32 - Why This Episode Matters for 1099 CRNAs
01:37 - What “LLC Tax Flexibility” Really Means
02:11 - How the IRS Taxes LLCs by Default
03:14 - The S Corporation Option Explained Simply
04:03 - Can a C Corporation Ever Make Sense?
04:27 - Why Tax Strategy Should Change as Income Grows
05:59 - What’s Coming Next in the Series

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