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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.

FEHB and Medicare Explained

By Alexis HongamenOct 12, 2017 2:37 PM | Updated: Jul 5, 2019 10:34 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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What are the various options available under Medicare, and how do they work alongside the Federal Employees Health Benefits program?

A Perspective on 2018 Federal Health Insurance Costs

By Michael WaldOct 9, 2017 1:14 PM | Updated: Oct 17, 2017 8:29 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Federal and private sector health insurance premiums are showing greater increases than inflation, but FEHB increases for the most popular plans are rising even faster.

Quick Guide: FERS Retirement for Busy Employees

By Kelly MonroeOct 5, 2017 2:51 PM | Updated: Mar 19, 2018 11:36 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Do you know the basic benefits included under FERS? This is a quick overview of them and what each provides.

Concurrent Budget Resolution Proposes Benefit Cuts for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 5, 2017 1:32 PM | Updated: May 7, 2018 4:40 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The concurrent budget resolution passed in the House proposes significant changes to federal employee benefits. Here is a quick summary.

How Much Are Your FEHB Premiums Increasing in 2018?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 4, 2017 12:59 PM | Updated: Oct 12, 2017 10:55 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The enrollees’ share of FEHB premiums will be increasing by an average of 6.1% in 2018 according to the Office of Personnel Management.

Continuing Health Coverage When Leaving A Federal Job

By Janet Gershen-SiegelAug 19, 2017 2:04 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

If you leave your federal job, you may be eligible to temporarily continue your health insurance under the FEHB.

OPM Begins Providing Information on 2017 Open Season

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 3, 2017 3:50 PM | Updated: Mar 19, 2018 11:37 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has begun providing federal employees information to help them prepare for the 2017 federal benefits open season.

Glass Half Full: A Review of Your Federal Benefits Beyond 2018

By Tom WalkerJul 31, 2017 2:30 PM | Updated: Aug 6, 2017 5:22 PM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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Federal employees are understandably concerned about recent proposals to cut their pay and benefits, however, the author points out that there are still plenty of reasons to remain positive.

RSC Budget Proposes Cuts to Pay, Retirement Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 25, 2017 2:36 PM | Updated: Aug 3, 2017 9:39 AM Categories Pay & Benefits, Retirement Leave a comment
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The House Republican Study Committee recently released its 2018 budget proposal which contains cuts or changes to programs impacting federal employees.

What Happens to Your Benefits If You Leave Before You Are Eligible for Retirement?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJul 18, 2017 3:11 PM | Updated: Jul 25, 2017 11:53 AM 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? Here is a summary.

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