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Recent Federal Retirees: Lower Your Medicare Part B Premium With One Form

By Neil Cain and Austin CostelloMay 21, 2025 10:15 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
Close up of a person's hands holding a sheet of paper on a desk that reads 'Medicare Part B'; a calculator, book and reading glasses are seen lying off to the side

Federal retirees can appeal high Medicare Part B premiums via SSA-44 if their income drops post-retirement, ensuring premiums reflect current income.

Best Tax-Saving Strategies for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsApr 24, 2025 9:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are among the best ways federal employees can minimize taxes in retirement.

7 Critical Tax Years to Plan for in Retirement

FedSmith.com author Mel StubbsBy Mel StubbsApr 17, 2025 9:27 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

These are 7 important retirement milestones on which to focus your retirement planning.

How to Reduce Your Medicare Part B Premium Surcharge

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterDec 3, 2024 1:50 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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If your household income has changed, you may need to file a form to notify Medicare so your premiums adjust accordingly. This information can help.

2025 Medicare Part B Premiums Increasing

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 22, 2024 7:50 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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These are the amounts you can expect to pay for Medicare Part B in 2025.

Are You Ready for FEHB Open Season?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 11, 2024 9:05 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Open Season for the 2025 FEHB plan year is underway. Here is some information to help.

Should Federal Employees Suspend FEHB for a Medicare Advantage Plan?

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeNov 5, 2024 8:27 AM | Updated: Dec 10, 2024 3:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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These are important considerations for federal retirees who may be considering suspending FEHB for a Medicare Advantage plan.

2025 FEHB Open Season Starts on November 11th. Are You In the Right Health Plan?

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiOct 28, 2024 7:45 AM | Updated: Dec 10, 2024 3:22 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
Office binders on a desk, one of which is labeled 'open enrollment' pictured next to a notepad and jar of pencils

These are some tips to help federal employees choose the best 2025 health plan during the FEHB Open Season.

Beware! RMDs Are Silently Increasing Medicare Premiums

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleOct 23, 2024 2:15 PM | Updated: Dec 10, 2024 3:23 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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Without proper planning, RMDs in retirement can sharply increase Medicare premiums.

Federal Employees and Retirees: Medicare Part D for FEHB Enrollees

FedSmith.com author Benjamin DergeBy Benjamin DergeOct 4, 2024 9:35 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How does Medicare Part D work with FEHB?

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