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OPM Expands Dental/Vision Benefits to More Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 25, 2023 3:40 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Over 70,000 federal employees and 118,000 Postal employees will be eligible for FEDVIP coverage under a new rule issued by OPM.

Guide to 2022 Federal Benefits Open Season

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerOct 12, 2022 7:19 AM | Updated: Oct 16, 2023 1:47 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

This is an overview of the benefits available to federal employees and retirees during Open Season.

2023 FEHB Open Season Dates Announced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 8, 2022 10:45 AM | Updated: Dec 8, 2022 7:34 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has announced the 2022 FEHB Open Season dates and provided some general information for federal employees.

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

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterFeb 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 SmithOct 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 SmithSep 29, 2021 1:59 PM | Updated: Nov 3, 2021 11:16 AM 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 SmithApr 2, 2021 12:29 PM | Updated: May 11, 2021 5:13 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 SmithOct 16, 2020 2:38 PM | Updated: Oct 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 SmithOct 14, 2020 2:05 PM | Updated: Oct 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 SmithAug 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.

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