OPM’s Retirement Backlog: Preparing for the Storm
OPM made a 25% reduction to its retirement claims backlog in December, just in time to deal with a likely onslaught of new applications.
Backlog
Stay updated on the size and status of the OPM retirement backlog, including monthly processing statistics, trends in new retirement claims, and the impact delays can have on recently retired federal employees. Explore analysis of OPM reports, seasonal surges, digital application processing, and policy changes that influence how quickly retirement claims are completed. Find clear explanations and timely updates to help federal retirees understand what the backlog means for interim payments, final annuity calculations, and overall retirement planning.
Despite Fewer Claims Received, OPM Retirement Backlog Grows 2.3%
The backlog of retirement applications at OPM grew in November despite far fewer new applications being received.
OPM’s Retirement Backlog Climbs 12% in October
OPM’s retirement backlog climbed higher in October. How does this compare to the last few years?
Slight Reduction Made in Retirement Backlog in September
OPM made slight progress in reducing the backlog of outstanding retirement claims in September.
OPM’s Retirement Backlog Edges Slightly Higher in August
OPM’s retirement backlog crept slightly higher in August and is higher than it was a year ago.
OPM’s Retirement Claims Backlog Jumps 18% in July
The retirement applications backlog at OPM increased almost 18% in July.
OPM’s Retirement Backlog Drops Below 15,000
OPM has reduced its backlog of outstanding retirement claims to under 15,000 for the first time in a year.
OPM Slowly Chipping Away at Retirement Backlog
The Office of Personnel Management was able to make a marked reduction in its outstanding backlog of retirement applications in May.
OPM Makes Modest Improvement in Retirement Backlog in April
The Office of Personnel Management was able to reduce its backlog of outstanding retirement applications by almost 8% in April.
VA Appeals Backlog: Will Reform Plans Work?
GAO reviews plans by the VA to fix a large backlog of veterans appeals for disability compensation. GAO is skeptical the reforms will work without more efforts.
