1. Cost Increases Dramatically Over Time One of the most significant drawbacks of FEGLI is the escalating cost. As you age, premiums increase steeply, making the program much more expensive. For many federal employees, this cost spike can strain retirement budgets....
What are my options for coordinating FEHB and Medicare in retirement? There are three primary options for coordinating your FEHB benefits and Medicare in retirement. All options provide excellent health coverage, and United Benefits has Medicare specialists who can...
What is Military Buyback? Military buyback allows federal civilian employees who have served in the military to “buy back” that service time for retirement purposes. This means you can count your military service towards your civilian federal retirement...
Open Season for the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program an important time for governmental employees. To help you navigate this period, we’ve put together answers to frequently asked questions. If you still have questions, feel free to contact a United...
Key Dates for FEHB and PSHB Open Season The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) open season for changing existing plans, or adjusting levels and types of coverage, runs from November 11 to December 9. This period applies...
In early 2023, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) addressed the need for better fertility treatment options within the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) plans. Starting in 2024, significant improvements will be mandated, expanding coverage to include...
