Unions denounce spike in fed health insurance costs

Federal employees and their unions are blasting—and trying to roll back—the recently announced price rise in health insurance premiums. How much is the increase? If you haven’t heard, brace yourself: almost 5 percent! View More

Feds' health premiums to rise in 2021

The coronavirus pandemic was a driver in keeping premium hikes lower than otherwise would have been the case, according to an OPM official. View More

What is "premium conversion?"Mar 19, 2014

All employees in the Executive Branch who are participating in the FEHB and whose pay is issued by an Executive Branch agency are eligible to have their premiums paid with pretax dollars. View More

If I leave federal service before becoming eligible to retire, can I keep my Federal Employees Health Benefits program insurance?Apr 06, 2014

You could you continue FEHB coverage for up to 18 months after your separation under temporary continuation of coverage. It provides the same level of health benefits coverage and covers the same family members as were covered under your plan while employed. View More

Should I enroll in Medicare when I turn 65 even though I still have FEHB coverage as a retiree?Apr 06, 2014

Can I keep my FEHB coverage when I retire?Apr 06, 2014

If I leave federal service before becoming eligible to retire, can I keep insurance other than health insurance?Apr 06, 2014

When can I enroll in FEDVIP?Apr 06, 2014

How can I change my FEHB enrollment after I retire?Apr 06, 2014

Can I change my FEHB plan when I become eligible for Medicare?Apr 06, 2014

Would I have to keep paying insurance premiums in a furlough?Apr 06, 2014

Could my survivors stay in FEHB after my death in retirement?Apr 06, 2014

Would I ever want to decline premium conversion?Apr 06, 2014

Would my insurance continue after I am RIF’d?Apr 06, 2014

How are premiums determined in FEDVIP?Apr 06, 2014

Is there a government contribution toward FEDVIP premiums?Apr 06, 2014

Can I carry FEDVIP into retirement?Apr 06, 2014