The CRNA Compass Quarterly Series
FREE Live Webinar
1099 Taxes Made Simple for Independent CRNAs
Part of Our CRNA Quarterly Webinar Series
Date: January 20, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm EST
Cost: FREE
Format: Live with Q&A
Discovery Anesthesia is bringing expert financial guidance directly to independent CRNAs. We’ve partnered with Benjamin Barnhart, CFP®, EA—a financial planner who specializes in working with CRNAs—to provide practical tax education for 1099 providers.
The Problem
If you’re a 1099 CRNA, taxes are probably confusing, stressful, or expensive. You might be wondering:
✓ Am I paying too much in taxes?
✓ What can I legally deduct?
✓ Do I need an LLC or an S-Corp?
✓ How do quarterly taxes work?
✓ What should I be doing right now?
You’re not alone. This webinar answers these questions directly.
What You’ll Learn
✓ 1099 tax fundamentals for CRNAs
✓ Common mistakes to avoid
✓ Deductible expenses most CRNAs overlook
✓ How quarterly taxes work (and how to avoid penalties)
✓ Business structure basics: Sole proprietor vs LLC vs S-Corp
✓ Tax planning strategies—not just tax filing
✓ How to work with a CPA effectively
This is education,
not sales.
This webinar answers these questions directly.
No pitch. Just clarity.
Who Should Attend
✓ Independent/1099 CRNAs
✓ CRNAs considering the switch from W-2 to 1099
✓ New graduates starting contract work
✓ Experienced CRNAs optimizing their tax strategy
✓ Anyone tired of guessing about taxes
Meet Your Presenter
Benjamin Barnhart, CFP® EA
Founder · Financial Planner
Barnhart Wealth Management · On Point CRNA
Benjamin Barnhart is the founder of Barnhart Wealth Management and On Point CRNA—a firm specializing in financial planning, investment management, and tax strategy specifically for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists.
As both a Certified Financial Planner™ and Enrolled Agent, Ben brings real-world expertise helping CRNAs—including his own wife—optimize their financial lives. His approach is practical, relatable, and focused on helping healthcare professionals make smarter, more confident financial decisions.
Ben understands the unique challenges 1099 CRNAs face because he works with them every day. Discovery Anesthesia invited him to share this expertise with our community because we believe every independent CRNA deserves clarity around taxes.
Why Discovery Anesthesia Hosts This Series
As a CRNA-owned education company, we understand that your career success depends on more than clinical skills. Financial literacy, contract savvy, and work-life balance all matter.
Our CRNA Compass Quarterly Series reflects our commitment to supporting your whole life—not just your CE requirements. Each quarter, we bring in expert presenters to address the real challenges CRNAs face beyond the OR.
This quarter: Tax clarity for 1099 CRNAs
Stay tuned: Future topics announced quarterly.
DISCLAIMER
This webinar is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or investment advice. Consult your own advisor regarding your specific situation. Barnhart Wealth Management DBA On Point CRNA is an investment adviser registered in Michigan and other jurisdictions where exempt from registration.
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