The Medicare question federal retirees can’t ignore anymore
Just as Social Security is central to the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), Medicare may play an important…
Senators demand OPM withdraw plan to access feds’ medical records
A group of 16 Democratic senators on Monday called on the Office of Personnel Management to withdraw its…
OPM to FEHB carriers: Cut costs, MAHA style
The Office of Personnel Management instructed insurers who participate in federal and postal workers’ employer-sponsored health benefits program…
OPM leans into ‘well care’ as it reshapes federal health plans for 2027
In late March, OPM released its annual call letter, including 2027 policy goals and initiatives for FEHB and…
Traveling soon? What federal health plans actually cover
It’s the peak tourist season in Florida thanks to our sunny and warm weather and surprisingly low humidity…
Open Season advice for annuitants
Federal annuitants face two significant premium increases next year: FEHB premiums will rise by an average of 12.3%…
How federal employees over 65 can navigate Medicare, FEHB and TRICARE
According to Office of Personnel Management data, as of September 2024, around 5% — or roughly 100,000 — of…
FEHB costs are climbing in 2026. Here’s what that means for feds
Unfortunately, the 12.3% average enrollee increase in FEHB premiums isn’t the only health insurance cost rising next year.…