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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.

Comparing Self Plus One and Self Plus Family Annuitant Rules

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 21, 2015 1:22 PM | Updated: Sep 13, 2016 6:38 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Are you considering enrolling in the new Self Plus One option under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program this open season? New guidance from the Office of Personnel Management outlines the differences in annuitant rules between the Self Plus One and Self Plus Family coverage options.

Retiring in 2015? Be Careful During Open Season

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 21, 2015 5:12 AM | Updated: Nov 14, 2017 9:54 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Are you a federal employee covered under FEHB and planning to retire at the end of 2015? If so, this new memo from the Office of Personnel Management has some important information you will want to know about.

Health Insurance Plans Leaving the FEHB

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 19, 2015 5:22 AM | Updated: Dec 9, 2020 9:33 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Has your health insurance company dropped out of the federal program or changed in some other way that will require you to take action during the upcoming open season? Here is a listing of the plans that have dropped out and a few other changes that will impact some FEHB participants.

Benefits for Children of Same-Sex Domestic Partners

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 6, 2015 5:33 AM | Updated: Dec 18, 2022 8:32 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

As a result of a Supreme Court decision issued in June that allows same-sex couples to marry in all states, OPM notes that agencies are no longer allowed to add children of same-sex domestic partners to FEHB enrollments.

Health Insurance Premiums Up in 2016: What Will You Pay for Self Plus One Coverage?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 29, 2015 4:07 PM | Updated: Apr 14, 2021 2:50 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Federal employee health insurance premiums in 2016 will see their largest increase in five years. Here is a summary and how those electing self plus one may fare next year.

Winners and Losers Under New Health Insurance Premium Options

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 17, 2015 5:39 PM | Updated: Sep 1, 2021 12:57 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Health insurance premiums for 2016 may go up about 7% for 2016. But, for those in new self plus one option, costs may decrease about 6% according to a government estimate.

Medicare Part B Premiums Are Scheduled to Rise 52% in January

By Michael WaldAug 31, 2015 3:27 PM | Updated: Aug 25, 2016 9:56 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Starting in January, most retirees under the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), who also are enrolled in Medicare Part B, could see a 52% jump in their monthly Medicare premiums.

FEHB and the Five Year Requirement

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeAug 25, 2015 2:34 PM | Updated: Apr 27, 2022 11:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The five year period leading up to a federal employee’s retirement is of critical importance to utilizing FEHB in retirement.

Will I Be Forced Into Medicare?

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeAug 3, 2015 4:40 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Q&A Leave a comment

I retired four years ago and want to keep my current health plan. Will I be forced into Medicare or can I just keep my current plan?

OPM: Supreme Court Ruling on Gay Marriage Won’t Change Your Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 6, 2015 3:30 PM | Updated: Mar 19, 2018 11:41 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The Office of Personnel Management has issued a memo which says that the recent Supreme Court ruling upholding gay marriage will not have any impact on federal employee benefits.

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