When the ileocecal valve is stuck open, waste products can back up into the small intestine (much like a backed-up kitchen sink drain) disturbing your digestion and creating unhealthy toxins that are absorbed into the body.
The FICA tax is considered a regressive tax on income with no standard deduction or personal exemption deduction. It is imposed on only the first $113,700 of gross wages in 2013 and $117,000 in 2014. The tax is not imposed on investment income such as interest and dividends. For 2014, the employee's share of the Social Security portion of the FICA tax is 6.2% of gross compensation up to a limit of $117,000 of gross compensation (resulting in a maximum Social Security tax of $7,254).
FICA and Medicare Tax (Social Security Tax) Q & A What is FICA tax? (Federal Insurance Contribution Act) FICA Provides benefits for retired workers and their dependents as well as for disabled workers and their dependents. What is Medicare tax? Government service that helps provide healthcare for senior citizens and disabled U.S. citizens. Who has to pay FICA/Medicare tax? All employees except for the following: 1.) Any working student registered and attending classes worth 6 (six) or more credit hours 2.) Qualifying Nonresident Alien employees under tax treaty. How are FICA and Medicare tax calculated? FICA is 6.2% of Taxable Gross for employees and 6.2% for employers. Medicare is 1.45% of Taxable Gross up to $200,000 and 2.35% on wages over $200,000 What is the FICA cap for the current year? 2014- $117,000 There is no cap Medicare I am receiving Social Security Benefits do I still have to pay