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Will OPM Deny My FERS Disability Retirement Claim If I Am Denied SSDI?

FedSmith.com author Scott SantarelliBy Scott SantarelliNovember 17, 2021 9:01 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

You must apply for SSDI as part of a FERS Disability Retirement application. If you are denied for SSDI, will this impact OPM’s decision?

Federal Employees Can Get Paid Leave to Vaccinate Their Children

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 8, 2021 12:14 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Four vials labeled 'COVID-19 vaccine'

There are several leave options available to federal employees to encourage them and their family members to get COVID vaccinations.

OPM Retirement Backlog Slashed Nearly 10% in October

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNovember 5, 2021 4:08 PM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Line graph showing the progression of OPM's retirement backlog from October 2020 to October 2021

The OPM retirement backlog was successfully reduced to close out October 2021 despite more incoming claims than in the month before.

What Can Non-Fully Vaccinated Federal Employees Expect Starting November 9?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.November 4, 2021 3:16 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
COVID vaccine bottles lined up in a row

The vaccine requirement deadline for federal employees is quickly approaching. This is what those who are not fully vaccinated can expect.

Which 2022 FEHB Plans Cost More for Self Plus One Than Family?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 25, 2021 4:29 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Some 2022 FEHB plans will cost more for the Self Plus One option than for the Self and Family option.

OPM Seeks to Expand Dental and Vision Benefits to More Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 19, 2021 5:32 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

A proposed rule would expand eligibility for dental and vision benefits to approximately 86,000 additional federal employees.

2021 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Coming This Fall

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 13, 2021 2:57 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The 2021 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey will be administered starting in November.

Significant Changes Coming for Some FEHB Plans in 2022

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 12, 2021 8:33 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has announced significant changes to some FEHB plans in 2022 to help federal employees plan for the upcoming Open Season.

2021 Federal Employee Benefits Survey Coming Soon

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 7, 2021 4:02 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The 2021 Federal Employee Benefits Survey will be conducted this fall.

Despite Fewer Incoming Claims, OPM Retirement Backlog Grows Again in September

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOctober 6, 2021 6:02 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
Line graph showing the progression of OPM's retirement backlog from October 2019 to September 2021

The OPM retirement backlog grew yet again to close September 2021.

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