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FEHB

Articles in this section are dedicated to the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB). As a hub for valuable information, this collection of articles delves into the various aspects of the FEHB, offering insights, guidance, and essential details for federal employees navigating their health benefits.

Our assortment of articles covers a wide spectrum, from an overview of the FEHB to in-depth analyses of specific plan options as well as FEHB premiums and information related to the annual open season run by the Office of Personnel Management. If you’re a federal employee looking to make informed decisions about your healthcare coverage, this category is your go-to resource.

Changes to the 2017 FEHB: Will You Be Impacted?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 20, 2016 4:18 PM | Updated: Oct 25, 2016 5:16 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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There are numerous changes to the FEHB for 2017. Check to see if any of these changes will impact your choice of a health insurance plan for next year.

Simultaneous Membership in Medicare and FEHB

By Robert F. BensonOct 20, 2016 11:48 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The author says that money is being wasted by the government to encourage retired federal employees to have both Medicare and FEHB coverage, something that he says isn’t necessary.

Low COLA? Blame it on Gasoline

By Michael WaldOct 19, 2016 5:45 PM | Updated: Oct 24, 2016 8:43 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The author says that a drop in gasoline prices is to blame for the very low COLA that was announced for 2017 this week.

0.3% COLA Increase for Federal Retirees and Social Security Recipients in 2017

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 18, 2016 10:51 AM | Updated: Oct 12, 2020 10:19 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

There will be a COLA increase of 0.3% for federal retirees and Social Security recipients in 2017.

FEHB After Retirement: What Changes Can You Expect?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeOct 10, 2016 11:47 AM | Updated: Oct 18, 2016 8:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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The Federal Employees Health Benefits program is one of the best benefits available to federal employees and retirees, and it can be carried into retirement after leaving federal service. The author describes some of the changes one can expect when carrying FEHB into retirement.

Most Expensive, Cheapest, and Biggest FEHB Premiums for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 6, 2016 3:04 PM | Updated: Nov 6, 2017 2:49 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Which FEHB plans have the biggest monthly increases for an employee over last year? Which are the most expensive plans by employee monthly share? Which are the cheapest plans by employee monthly share? Here is a breakdown.

NARFE Calls FEHB Premiums Increase ‘Relatively Modest’

By Michael WaldSep 29, 2016 2:39 PM | Updated: Oct 4, 2016 10:32 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The average premiums under the FEHB are going up 6.2% in 2017. NARFE President Richard G. Thissen called the increase in enrollee costs “relatively modest.”

6.2% Average Health Insurance Increase for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 28, 2016 2:03 PM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 1:35 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The average rate increase for 2017 under the health insurance plan for federal employees (FEHB) will be 6.2% in 2017.

Paying FEHB Premiums While in a Nonpay Status

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 14, 2016 11:47 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

OPM is proposing to provide agencies discretion in taking on debt for an employee’s share of FEHB premiums while the employee is in a nonpay status.

The Problem with Self Plus One

By Robert F. BensonSep 12, 2016 3:44 PM | Updated: Oct 17, 2016 12:00 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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The “self plus one” option under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program has proven to be quite costly. The author looks at how high some of the premiums are and the possible cause.

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