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The White House wants to carve out the prescription drug piece and give OPM the ability to negotiate prices through a third party. But experts say this change would cost employees more money and be the first step toward dismantling the entire Federal Employee Health Benefit program.
November 10, 2011 -
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Federal employees will see an average of 3.8 percent increase in healthcare premiums in 2012, the lowest rate hike since 2008 and about half of last year\'s increase. On average, enrollees with self-only coverage will pay $2.32 more per bi-weekly pay period, and enrollees with family coverage will pay $6.18 more, the Office of Personnel Management said.
September 27, 2011 -
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On today\'s Federal Drive: The Senate has appeared to avert a government shutdown with the passage of a stopgap funding measure and a proposed bill would allow federal employees to donate unused sick leave to other feds.
September 27, 2011 -
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The Office of Personnel Management has released updated security notices for its new Federal Employees Health Benefits program database.
June 30, 2011 -
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The Office of Personnel Management is calling for federal employee health insurance carriers to propose more wellness and prevention programs.
March 25, 2011 -
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The agency will issue its first Call Letter of 2011 Friday detailing suggestions for insurance carriers to focus on wellness and healthy lifestyles. Director Berry also wants insurance providers to offer affinity benefits for domestic partners of federal employees. Later this year, OPM will launch a new medical claims database to improve the plans.
March 25, 2011 -
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OPM said the rise in costs is lower than the industry standard. Employees who choose family coverage will see an increase of $22.90 a month. Open season starts Nov. 8.
October 01, 2010 -
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Just about everybody agrees we need some kind of national health care reform, but not if it means higher premiums and reduced or delayed services. Senior Correspondent Mike Causey talks about how health care reform might impact feds and retirees.
February 04, 2009 -
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The health insurance open season has been extended. FederalNewsRadio listeners and readers got the first alert last Friday. So what does it mean? Senior Correspondent Mike Causey provides a checklist.
December 09, 2008 -
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In search of the perfect health plan? One that covers everything you need and doesn\'t cost very much? A custom-tailored plan but with group rate premiums? Senior Correspondent Mike Causey explains how it would work.
October 03, 2008
