Bill Would Open FEHBP To All Americans
All Americans could sign up for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program under a bill introduced this week by Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA).
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.
All Americans could sign up for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program under a bill introduced this week by Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA).
OPM has announced the average premium rate for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) will increase by 3.7% in 2014.
Federal employees can remain in the FEHB and the plans in the federal employee program meet the “minimum essential coverage” required. The FEHB also now covers Indian tribes.
Should federal employees continue to have a separate health insurance program or become part of the health insurance exchanges being set up now for the American public?
August 26, 2013, is an important day for federal employees and retirees who are in legally recognized same-sex marriages. The author explains the significance of this date for people in this situation.
OPM has officially released guidance on coverage for same sex spouses in light of the recent Supreme Court Decision on DOMA.
OPM has begun issuing guidance for benefits that will be affected from the Supreme Court ruling the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) unconstitutional.
A common misconception about federal employee retirement benefits is that you and your spouse must have been enrolled in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program for five years in order to have family coverage in retirement. The authors offer some clarifying details.
Why is it that many federal employees think that FEHB costs increase? The authors provide some answers.
As you get closer to the time when federal employees start thinking about retirement, there can often be apprehension about whether or not you are ready. This article will attempt to give you a clear understanding of the financial impacts of your decisions, so you can be informed and comfortable with what you decide.