Pay & Benefits
How to Save Money On Your Federal Health Insurance
Here are tips from an expert on the federal employee health insurance program (FEHB) on how federal employees can save money by learning more about the program.
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.
Q&A
Which is Better to Put in Place for My Wife: Survivor Benefit or Guaranteed Life Insurance?
Do I take a full survivor benefit for my wife which I estimate will be $226.00 that is deducted from my monthly retirement, or do I take some…
Pay & Benefits
Will the Self Plus One Option Save You Money Next Year?
Many of our users have been wondering if the new Self Plus One option will save them money over the family option next year. FedSmith.com has put together…
Retirement
The FEHB Five Year Requirement and Your Spouse
In this follow up to his article on the FEHB and the five year requirement, FedSmith.com author John Grobe provides clarification based on questions he received from readers…
Pay & Benefits
Comparing Self Plus One and Self Plus Family Annuitant Rules
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…
Pay & Benefits
Retiring in 2015? Be Careful During Open Season
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…
Pay & Benefits
Health Insurance Plans Leaving the FEHB
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…
Pay & Benefits
Benefits for Children of Same-Sex Domestic Partners
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…
Pay & Benefits
Health Insurance Premiums Up in 2016: What Will You Pay for Self Plus One Coverage?
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…
Pay & Benefits
Winners and Losers Under New Health Insurance Premium Options
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…