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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.

Your Financial Future: Your Federal Employee Benefits and the Deficit Commission Recommendations

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeJan 7, 2011 7:06 AM | Updated: Jun 24, 2018 8:58 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The deficit commission has made a number of recommendations that may impact your pay and benefits as a federal employee. Here is what we know, what we do not know, and why it is your best interests to pay close attention to these changes.

Defying Gravity: How You Can Control the Increasing Costs of Healthcare

FedSmith.com author Ann WertsBy Ann WertsNov 19, 2010 6:57 AM | Updated: Feb 27, 2018 12:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The average FEHB premium will increase 7.2% this year. What can you do to create your own gravity and hold your health care costs down?

Pets, Health Care and Political Sensitivity

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 18, 2010 7:24 AM | Updated: Aug 31, 2021 6:35 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

A recent article on pet insurance for federal employees stirred up a hornet’s nest. Here is what happened.

Pet Insurance, Domestic Federal Employee Partners, and Health Insurance

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 15, 2010 8:30 AM | Updated: Apr 26, 2020 7:44 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

What do topics as varied as pet insurance, domestic federal employee partners, and federal employee health insurance have in common? For those who may not quickly see a relationship between these widely varying topics, here is your answer.

Will You Sign Up for Federal Employee Dental or Vision Insurance?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 11, 2010 11:32 AM | Updated: Apr 14, 2022 9:39 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

The new FEDVIP premiums for 2011 are out and, like health insurance, will be higher.

Why Are Your Health Insurance Premiums Going Up?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 4, 2010 8:58 AM | Updated: Jul 16, 2023 5:40 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Why are your insurance premiums going up and how much money could you save by checking out the different costs and benefits for each plan?

2011 Health Insurance Premium Rates Going Up

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithOct 1, 2010 4:20 PM | Updated: Jan 6, 2017 9:23 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

How much will your health insurance cost increase next year? On average, about 7.2%–at least that will be your share of the increase. Here are the details.

2011 Financial Questions (And Some Answers) for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 2, 2010 8:50 AM | Updated: Apr 14, 2022 1:00 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Will you get a COLA as a federal retiree in 2011? Will federal employees get a pay raise in 2011? How much will your health insurance premium go up in 2011?

Temporary Health Coverage For Adult Children of Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 30, 2010 7:56 AM | Updated: Jul 7, 2019 4:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Changes to the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB) as a result of the new health care legislation are emerging—sometimes with a few minor slip-ups.

Your Adult Children and Federal Employee Health Insurance

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 28, 2010 9:08 AM | Updated: Jul 8, 2019 1:37 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment

Will your adult children be covered under your federal health insurance until they are 26 years old? It is a simple question but the answer is as complex as “yes”, “no”, and “maybe”.

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