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Important Links on the OPM Website for Federal Employees About to Retire

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterFebruary 25, 2022 8:45 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

Federal employees who are retiring soon will find these resources from OPM helpful in their planning.

OPM Seeks to Expand Dental and Vision Benefits to More Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 19, 2021 5:32 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A proposed rule would expand eligibility for dental and vision benefits to approximately 86,000 additional federal employees.

How Much Will Federal Employees’ FEHB Premiums Increase in 2022?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSeptember 29, 2021 1:59 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has released the 2022 FEHB premiums. Here is what federal employees and retirees can expect to pay for their insurance next year.

Federal Employees Will Have Better Insurance Protections in the Event of a Government Shutdown

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApril 2, 2021 12:29 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM has issued a final rule to strengthen certain benefits protections for federal employees in the event of a government shutdown.

2021 FEHB and FEDVIP Premiums Released

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: October 18, 2020 10:33 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The 2021 FEHB and FEDVIP premiums have been published.

Federal Employees’ Share of FEHB Premiums to Increase Nearly 5% in 2021

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: October 18, 2020 10:42 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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How much will you pay for coverage under FEHB and FEDVIP next year? OPM has announced the 2021 premiums.

Additional Dental and Vision Carriers Coming in 2021

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAugust 12, 2020 1:44 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM has announced additional dental and vision carriers for the FEDVIP program beginning in 2021.

OPM Proposes New Protections for Federal Employees’ Health Benefits During Future Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: July 20, 2020 7:56 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM is issuing a proposed rule which would ensure federal employees will not have interruptions in some of their health benefits in the event of a shutdown.

Leaving Federal Employment Before You Are Eligible to Retire

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsJuly 7, 2020 1:42 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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What happens to your federal benefits if you leave before you are eligible to retire?

FEDVIP: Carrying Dental And Vision Insurance Into Retirement

FedSmith.com author Brandon ChristyBy Brandon ChristyAugust 25, 2019 12:22 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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What are the requirements for carrying benefits under FEDVIP into retirement?

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