Pay & Benefits
FEHB Open Season: Health Benefits Mistakes for Federal Employees to Avoid
These are five common mistakes federal employees make with respect to choosing an FEHB plan during open season.
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
Have Your Annual Physical Ahead of the Health Care Open Season
Plan ahead: Schedule your physical before Open Season to review health changes and update your FEHB coverage.
Retirement
Retirement Planning Myths vs. Reality for Federal Employees
These are 5 common retirement myths that impact federal employees.
Pay & Benefits
Gender Affirming Care and FEHB Coverage
The OPM Carrier Letter for the 2026 FEHB program excludes coverage for "gender affirming" care (gender transition) for all participants with some exclusions.
Retirement
How to Maximize Federal Benefits in 2025
Fully utilizing these 6 benefits will set federal employees up for success.
Pay & Benefits
Is It Possible to Suspend FEHB and Resume Later?
Can federal retirees pause FEHB coverage and resume it at a later date?
Federal Workforce News
Senate Adds Cuts to Federal Employees’ Benefits in the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs has released legislative text that would make significant cuts to federal employees' benefits.
Retirement
Optimizing Health Coverage in Retirement: FEHB vs. Medicare Part B
Federal retirees must decide between FEHB, Medicare Part B, or both. Combining them can lower costs, but FEHB alone keeps premiums low.
Retirement
What Federal Employees Need to Know About RIFs and Early Retirement
Federal employees who are facing RIFs and early retirements need to know their rights, options, and benefits before making decisions.
Retirement
Additional Details Regarding Proposed Cuts to Federal Employee Benefits
Details continue to emerge about proposed cuts to federal employees' retirement benefits.