Retirement
Should You Elect Medicare Part B?
While there is no “one size fits all” answer on Medicare Part B, these are some things you should keep in mind when deciding whether to enroll.
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.
Pay & Benefits
Changes for FEHB Plans in 2018
What FEHB plan changes can you expect for 2018? Here is a summary.
Pay & Benefits
FEHB and Medicare Explained
What are the various options available under Medicare, and how do they work alongside the Federal Employees Health Benefits program?
Pay & Benefits
A Perspective on 2018 Federal Health Insurance Costs
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.
Pay & Benefits
Quick Guide: FERS Retirement for Busy Employees
Do you know the basic benefits included under FERS? This is a quick overview of them and what each provides.
Pay & Benefits
Concurrent Budget Resolution Proposes Benefit Cuts for Federal Employees
The concurrent budget resolution passed in the House proposes significant changes to federal employee benefits. Here is a quick summary.
Pay & Benefits
How Much Are Your FEHB Premiums Increasing in 2018?
The enrollees' share of FEHB premiums will be increasing by an average of 6.1% in 2018 according to the Office of Personnel Management.
Pay & Benefits
Continuing Health Coverage When Leaving A Federal Job
If you leave your federal job, you may be eligible to temporarily continue your health insurance under the FEHB.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Begins Providing Information on 2017 Open Season
OPM has begun providing federal employees information to help them prepare for the 2017 federal benefits open season.
Pay & Benefits
Glass Half Full: A Review of Your Federal Benefits Beyond 2018
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…