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Be Aware of the Medicare Part B Premium When Taking Social Security at Age 62

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterAugust 18, 2021 2:23 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Enjoying your Social Security benefit prior to age 65 means less money to pay the Medicare Part B premiums – for the rest of your life.

How to Get Reimbursement With a BCBS Medical Account

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonJune 17, 2021 9:33 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Current or retired federal employees under FEHB can get reimbursements for Medicare Part B premiums in some instances.

Medicare Isn’t Free

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeUpdated: June 4, 2021 7:22 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Even if you are on Medicare in retirement, you will need to budget accordingly for your health care costs.

Retired and Working? Reconsider Your FEHB Coverage

FedSmith.com author Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterBy Francis Xavier (FX) BergmeisterJune 2, 2021 1:55 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

Federal retirees who decide to work have a unique opportunity to use their FEHB coverage to help reduce their taxable income.

Beware Federal Employees: Mandatory Medicare First Step to Eliminating FEHB Coverage for Retirees?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 19, 2021 1:12 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement, Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Postal reform legislation may impact the rest of the federal workforce by changing Medicare eligibility and increasing FEHB costs.

What Is Medicare IRMAA? How to Avoid an Expensive Surprise

FedSmith.com author Neal ThompsonBy Neal ThompsonMay 11, 2021 2:57 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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IRMAA is a potential added expense that can raise your Medicare Part B or Medicare Part D premiums in retirement.

A Great Reason Not to Take Medicare Part B

FedSmith.com author Brad BobbBy Brad BobbMarch 12, 2021 1:04 PM 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

As the author explains, the costs for Medicare Part B may end up being higher than federal retirees are expecting.

The Top 5 Retirement Myths

FedSmith.com author Dallen HawsBy Dallen HawsNovember 16, 2020 8:16 AM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment

The author summarizes five common misconceptions federal employees frequently have about their retirement benefits.

2021 Medicare Part B Premiums Increase as Federal Benefits Open Season Begins

By Michael WaldUpdated: November 11, 2020 1:53 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News, Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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How much will Medicare Part B premiums increase in 2021?

Should Federal Retirees with FEHB Enroll in Medicare Part D?

By Danielle K. RobertsUpdated: July 13, 2020 4:14 PM Categories Federal Employee Retirement Leave a comment
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If you carry FEHB into retirement, should you also enroll in Medicare Part D?

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