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FEHB

Stay informed on the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program with updates on FEHB premiums, plan options, coverage changes, and guidance for navigating federal health insurance. Explore clear explanations of FEHB enrollment rules, Open Season updates, plan comparisons, and OPM policies that shape healthcare choices for federal employees and retirees. Find timely analysis and practical insights to help you evaluate costs, understand benefits, and make informed decisions about your FEHB coverage.

Federal Employees Are Lucky

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeSep 19, 2019 11:42 AM | Updated: Oct 1, 2019 1:55 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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The author says that although federal employees may not think of themselves as lucky, they have plenty for which to be thankful.

FEDVIP: Carrying Dental And Vision Insurance Into Retirement

By Brandon ChristyAug 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?

2019 Open Season Dates Announced

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 23, 2019 8:22 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has announced the 2019 Open Season dates and provided some general information for federal employees.

Two New FEHB Plans Coming in 2020

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 9, 2019 11:05 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
Documents on a desk labeled 'health insurance' sitting next to a pen and stethoscope, FEHB open season

Two new FEHB plans will be available for federal employees during open enrollment this fall.

Defense Spending Bill Passes House with Provisions for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 12, 2019 4:55 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The House passed a defense spending bill that contains some provisions that would impact federal employees.

Unbiased Survivor Annuity vs. Life Insurance

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbJun 18, 2019 2:14 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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What are the key differences between survivor annuities and life insurance? The author provides an explanation.

Bills Introduced to Safeguard Insurance Benefits During Shutdowns

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithApr 3, 2019 8:54 AM | Updated: Apr 16, 2019 10:18 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A pair of bills have been introduced to with the intention of protecting federal employees’ insurance benefits in the event of a shutdown.

Benefits Cuts from 2020 Budget Mirror Past Proposals

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 16, 2019 5:38 PM | Updated: Oct 15, 2020 11:52 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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Recent proposed cuts to federal employees’ benefits appear to be the same as ones from past budget proposals. Here is a recap.

OPM Provides FAQs on IRS Health Insurance Forms

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 28, 2019 3:18 PM | Updated: Mar 10, 2019 9:33 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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OPM has provided some frequently asked questions regarding government health insurance requirements under FEHB for tax year 2018.

Medicare and FEHB: A Bizarre Arrangement

By Robert F. BensonJan 29, 2019 12:09 PM | Updated: Feb 5, 2019 8:11 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The author says that Medicare and FEHB are good benefits separately, but they do not work well when used together.

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