Pay & Benefits
Health Insurance Costs for Feds: Self + 1
How does Medicare factor into the cost of self + 1 insurance under FEHB? The author looks at some numbers.
Medicare
Stay informed on Medicare topics that matter to federal retirees, including how Medicare Parts B and D coordinate with FEHB coverage, annual premium and deductible changes, and the impact of IRMAA surcharges on retirement income. Explore clear explanations of enrollment decisions, cost considerations, and policy updates that affect federal retirement planning. This section provides timely analysis to help federal retirees understand how Medicare choices interact with FEHB, OPM guidance, and long‑term healthcare costs in retirement.
Pay & Benefits
Postal Service Reform Legislation Introduced in Senate
Legislation has been introduced in the Senate to make significant reforms to the Postal Service in an effort to stop its growing financial losses.
Pay & Benefits
Medicare General Enrollment Period ends March 31
Medicare’s General Enrollment Period is underway. Many federal retirees opt to take both FEHB and Medicare Part B.
Pay & Benefits
How is Modified Adjusted Gross Income Calculated?
I understand that my Medicare Part B premiums can be higher if my modified adjusted gross income is above a certain amount. How is MAGI calculated?
Pay & Benefits
Last Minute Decisions on Your 2018 FEHB Choice
As Open Season winds down, these are some tips to help federal employees narrow down their insurance choices and save money.
Pay & Benefits
Determining Your Medicare Part B Premium Cost Has Gotten More Complicated
The 2018 Medicare Part B premiums have been released, but the formula for figuring them out has become more complex.
Pay & Benefits
Getting Reimbursed for Your Medicare Part B Premiums
FEHB plans that will reimburse Federal retirees for at least part of their Part B premium costs are becoming more common in 2018.
Retirement
Should You Elect Medicare Part B?
While there is no “one size fits all” answer on Medicare Part B, these are some things you should keep in mind when deciding whether to enroll.
Retirement
Seniors’ Security Act Takes Retirees Into Unknown Territory
Another attempt is being made in Congress to change COLA increases to use the CPI-E in an effort to help retirees. Is this a good idea?
Pay & Benefits
FEHB and Medicare Explained
What are the various options available under Medicare, and how do they work alongside the Federal Employees Health Benefits program?