OPM Seeking More Cost Controls for Federal Employee Health Insurance
OPM has issued its annual letter to health insurance carriers under the FEHB. OPM is emphasizing reducing costs and improving efficiency in 2019.
Opioids
Documentation is Key for Federal Employees Taking Prescription Opioids
Federal employees who take prescription opioids are facing tougher scrutiny. Here is important information to remember for mandatory drug testing.
Former IRS Employee Sentenced for Racking Up Over $824,000 in Fraudulent Medical Payments
A former IRS employee was sentenced for misusing his government health benefits in an effort to obtain opiate drugs.
Federal Employees Should Prepare for New Mandatory Opioid Drug Testing
New mandatory drug testing guidelines went into effect at the start of October to test for opioids that will affect a significant number of federal employees.
Labor Department Begins Monitoring Federal Employees’ Opioid Use
The Labor Department has announced it will begin monitoring opioid prescription usage under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act.
Senators: ‘Urgent Need’ to Improve the VA
Two Senators sent a letter to vice president-elect Mike Pence telling him about a myriad of problems within the VA they hope to see fixed under a new administration.
Sick Leave Abuse: Part 2 – Identifying the Problem
Is taking sick leave discretionary? The government’s view is that sick leave applies to a few prescribed situations. What constitutes sick leave abuse and why do people abuse it?
