FEHB Premiums to Rise by 1.5% in 2019
How much will your FEHB insurance premiums increase in 2019? OPM has provided the data in advance of the upcoming open season.
Articles in this section are dedicated to the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB). As a hub for valuable information, this collection of articles delves into the various aspects of the FEHB, offering insights, guidance, and essential details for federal employees navigating their health benefits.
Our assortment of articles covers a wide spectrum, from an overview of the FEHB to in-depth analyses of specific plan options as well as FEHB premiums and information related to the annual open season run by the Office of Personnel Management. If you’re a federal employee looking to make informed decisions about your healthcare coverage, this category is your go-to resource.
How much will your FEHB insurance premiums increase in 2019? OPM has provided the data in advance of the upcoming open season.
The annual open season for selecting your 2019 federal benefits will take place this fall. This is some important initial information for you to know.
When can a family member be removed from some FEHB plans? Here is OPM’s explanation.
The author lists five important decisions that he says are likely the most important for federal employees in their retirement planning.
Self plus one premiums in FEHB are often higher than you might expect. The author says it’s due in part to segmenting in the insurance underwriting process.
Recent news about proposed benefits cuts has many current and former federal employees worried. How might they impact one’s retirement if enacted?
I entered federal service late in my working life (at age 52). Will my federal retirement benefits be a meaningful source of income for me?
In order to carry FEHB coverage into retirement, you must meet these requirements. The author also addresses some questions federal employees are likely to have.
OPM has issued a new rule which it says will increase the number of FEHB plan options and potentially help lower costs.
How does Medicare factor into the cost of self + 1 insurance under FEHB? The author looks at some numbers.