Federal Employees Health Benefits Program
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After last year's record low premium rate increases, participants in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program will pay, on average, more than 5% more for their premiums in 2020.
October 02, 2019 -
The Office of Personnel Management has chosen a carrier to revive a relatively idle contract option under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program this year. The Government Employees Health Association will offer two new national health plans under OPM's indemnity benefit contract.
October 01, 2019 -
Because of the 2017 tax law, many were surprised to learn that it no longer paid to itemize deductions that had been important in the past.
September 18, 2019 -
Active and retired federal-postal workers, and their survivors have some of the best health insurance in the nation.
September 12, 2019 -
A snapshot of agency health and wellness programs from the Office of Personnel Management shows some promise but calls on organizations to fully implement governmentwide regulations designed to better support nursing employees.
September 03, 2019 -
In today's Federal Newscast, Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.), the head of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, wants all hands on deck to address veteran suicide.
August 26, 2019 -
It's quiet, as August is a time when things are on hold until at least after Labor Day. But a lot awaits lawmakers when they return.
August 08, 2019 -
Benefits expert Tammy Flanagan joins Your Turn today to answer questions about Social Security and retirement applicable to both federal and private sector workers.
July 24, 2019 -
Thousands of feds in some of FEHBP's best and most expensive health plans may be spared from a pending 40% tax on their favorite plans.
July 23, 2019 -
Even though Federal Employees Health Benefits Program health premiums are likely to go up next year, Uncle Sam will continue to pay the lion’s share of the total premium.
July 16, 2019 -
NOTE: Mike Causey is on vacation. The following article was originally published on May 21 of this year. When budgeting, income and outgo are at the top of most people’s list. And one of the biggest…
July 08, 2019 -
For Medicare eligible individuals, there is an option that works for lots of people. Suspend Federal Employees Health Benefits coverage, enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan and pay for Medicare Part B.
May 21, 2019 -
Danielle Roberts, the co-founder at Boomer Benefits, details the options for long-term care benefits for federal employees and retirees.
May 13, 2019 -
Senior Correspondent Mike Causey thought he had a scoop that the Social Security Administration was offering buyouts to long-time employees but he explains why that's a misunderstanding.
April 05, 2019 -
Two new bills that would keep federal employee insurance programs in tact during future government shutdowns has bipartisan, bicameral support.
April 03, 2019