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A guide to federal health benefits as open enrollment ends

WEBDec 11, 2023. Open enrollment for Federal Employee Health Benefits ends on Monday, Dec. 11 at midnight. (Getty Images) While the holiday shopping season is in full swing, …

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Here’s the dates and deadlines to remember for FEHB …

WEBThe open enrollment period for federal employees to select their health care plans for the upcoming year is fast approaching. For about month beginning Nov. 13 …

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Here’s an open enrollment checklist for 2023 federal …

WEBFederal employees, retirees and some military service members can browse the online marketplace to buy health insurance for next year. This annual period of open …

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FEHB and Tricare

WEBA. According to OPM, “If the documentation showing your eligibility for TRICARE is received within the period beginning 31 days before and ending 31 days …

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Is your FEHB insurance carrier dropping coverage in 2024

WEBSentara Health Plans, previously Optima Health, is a newcomer to the FEHB program and will offer a high plan option to beneficiaries in 11 northern Virginia counties.

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Tricare and FEHB benefits

WEBA. No, a federal civilian employee doesn’t have the option of Tricare, However, you are free to continue that coverage on your own. Whether you switch from …

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Suspending FEHB coverage

WEBYes, under limited circumstances. As an annuitant you can suspend your Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) enrollment to enroll in a Medicare …

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Looking for infertility coverage in FEHB plans

WEBIn the U.S., clinical infertility impacts roughly 12% of women, according to the National Institutes of Health. In the past, FEHB plans have covered the diagnosis and …

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Feds to see fewer health insurance choices, increased …

WEBIn years past, increases have more modest: costs increased 3.8% in 2022, 4.9% in 2021, and 5.6% in 2020. The government shares in the cost, with employees …

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Federal health plans to expand gender-affirming care coverage for …

WEBThose in a family plan can expect an average increase of $20.87. Open season for federal employees to re-enroll or change their health insurance for next year …

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White House to require more fertility treatment options for …

WEBRoughly 8 million people get health insurance through the FEHB program, a government-run marketplace of more than 270 plans overseen by the OPM. Each year, …

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What’s driving rate hikes for federal employee health premiums

WEBFor the 8 million federal employees, retirees and dependents who get health insurance from the federal government, premiums beginning Jan. 1, 2024, will increase …

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What happens to federal health insurance if the government shuts …

WEB“With your health insurance and your life insurance, that’s going to continue,” said Tammy Flanagan, a benefits and retirement expert, in an interview. …

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Federal Benefits Guide 2022

WEBFederal Employee Health Insurance Federal employees have the option to enroll in a health insurance plan under the Federal Employee Health Benefits program when they …

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Can I suspend my FEHB coverage for a Medicare Advantage plan

WEBMedicare Advantage is a capitated program for providing Medicare benefits in the U.S. Under Part C, Medicare pays a private insurer a fixed payment.

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White House urges insurers to keep gender-affirming care in fed …

WEBThe Supreme Court also ruled in 2020 that benefit plans which deny coverage to transgender employees, charge them a higher premium or fail to provide medically …

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Do any FEHB plans cover IVF

WEBAll FEHB plans provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of infertility. “If you are in the FEHB program in any plan and you have infertility, you can receive …

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Can I suspend my spouse’s FEHB coverage

WEBReg’s Response: While you can’t suspend his coverage, you can change your own enrollment from Self Plus One to Self Only during any FEHB Open Season. If …

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Federal employee insurance impeded by sweeping healthcare …

WEBGEHA, a popular Federal Employees Health Benefit plan that covers some 2 million beneficiaries, has some of its services provided by Change Healthcare, the target …

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Who determines if I am ‘healthy’ for insurable interest benefit

WEBReg’s Response: Unfortunately, there is no equivalent FERS form. Instead, you’ll have to get a physical exam from a doctor of your choice and attach it to your …

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