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Open Season
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For 2024, not only are Compass Rose’s premiums lower than they were in 2022, but the provider is making some significant changes to both its eligibility and offerings.
November 08, 2023 -
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Federal employees and annuitants have some homework to do ahead of Open Season to ensure they’re in the plan that’s right for them.
November 07, 2023 -
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During this year’s Open Season, GEHA Account Manager Mandy Cotter says Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program enrollees should leave no stone unturned.
November 02, 2023 -
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The clock is ticking on making your FEHB plan choices for 2024? Find out what’s new, what to consider and the latest pricing changes.
October 19, 2023 -
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Both open and closed seasons are coming up. November 17 will mark the end of the continuing resolution, so the government could close when the money runs out. Just a few days earlier, open season arrives. That is when federal employees choose a health insurance carrier for 2024. For the rundown on all of this, Federal Drive Host Tom Temin spoke with John Hatton, of the National Active and Retired Federal Employee Association (NARFE).
October 13, 2023 -
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The Office of Personnel Management announced the new health care premium rates ahead of the upcoming Open Season. FEHB participants can make changes to their enrollments from Nov. 13 through Dec. 11.
September 27, 2023 -
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A group of Democrat lawmakers urges OPM to immediately update its definition of infertility, ahead of new requirements for FEHB carriers in 2024.
August 23, 2023 -
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A final rule from the Office of Personnel Management extends FEDVIP enrollment options to nearly 200,000 seasonal, temporary and Postal employees.
July 27, 2023 -
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With significant changes to Medicare Part D in the Inflation Reduction Act, a federal health expert says FEHB participants should reconsider their plan options to save money.
March 27, 2023 -
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Open Season will come to a close on Dec. 12, but typically a very small number of FEHB enrollees make changes to their health enrollments. Federal health policy analysts shared why it’s still worth taking a look.
December 08, 2022 -
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Just a few days remain before Open Season closes. If you don't act, you may be missing out on a chance to improve your health care coverage for 2023. Or you might get the same thing for less money.
December 08, 2022 -
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Get helpful pointers as you make 2023 FEHB selections this open season! In our exclusive Federal News Network ebook, we share details on what’s changing and what’s new, along with tips from benefits experts and links to OPM resources. Download it now!
November 28, 2022 -
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Federal employees will pay 8.7% more on average toward health premiums. But the vast majority of FEHB enrollees don’t make changes to their elections. OPM encourages participants to take a look this year, with the potential to save thousands.
November 21, 2022 -
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With 271 plan options for FEHB participants, participating in open season may seem overwhelming. But federal health policy analyst Walt Francis offers tips on how employees and retirees can simplify their health insurance search.
November 21, 2022
