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.
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 does Medicare factor into the cost of self + 1 insurance under FEHB? The author looks at some numbers.
I’m retiring in a few years and I’m in a long-term relationship, but I’m not married. What are the pros and cons of marrying before or after retirement?
How would your spouse get by in retirement if you were to pass away? The author discusses how imagining this scenario can help with your retirement planning.
The White House’s 2019 budget outlined a number of proposed cuts to federal employees’ benefits. How much of an impact would these have on your retirement?
How much does your spouse receive from your FERS pension if you pass away? That depends on the survivor benefit option you choose.
As anticipated, the FY 2019 budget proposal from the White House outlines proposed benefits changes for federal employees. Here is a summary.
Medicare’s General Enrollment Period is underway. Many federal retirees opt to take both FEHB and Medicare Part B.
OPM has issued its annual letter to health insurance carriers under the FEHB. OPM is emphasizing reducing costs and improving efficiency in 2019.
Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) has subpoenaed OPM over the agency’s failure to explain why it is subsidizing health insurance for lawmakers.
Is the Surviving Spouse Benefit a good buy for federal employees? Here are some considerations.