The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have released the 2020 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. Medicare open enrollment is Oct. 15 – Dec. 7. more…
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Former Spouses May be Eligible to Enroll in the FEHB Program
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, discusses the spouse equity provisions and FEHB program rules for former spouses more…
What Changes in FEHB Enrollment Are Permitted During — and Outside — of Open Season?
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, explains some of the confusing ins and outs of enrollment and changes in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program more…
2020 Thrift Savings Plan Contribution Limits Announced by IRS
The Internal Revenue Service announced yesterday the cost-of-living adjustments affecting 2020 Thrift Savings Plan contribution limits — as well as dollar limitations for IRAs and other retirement-related items. more…
New Long-Term Care Insurance Plan Option Announced by OPM
The new plan includes a premium stabilization fund designed to reduce future spikes in premium increases. A guide booklet is available. more…
2020 FEHB Plan Comparison Tools, Brochures, Premium Rates Now Available
OPM has released the official information online for the 2020 plan year of the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program. Dental and vision (FEDVIP) details are also available. more…
IRS Issues Warning of Social Security Number Scam
The latest variation: Scammers claim to be able to suspend or cancel the victim’s SSN more…
Updated FEGLI Handbook Now Available
The Office of Personnel Management has updated the handbook for the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance program more…
FEHB Enrollment Options and Considerations for 2019 Open Season
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, outlines the types of Federal Employees Health Benefits program enrollment available — plus discusses four often-overlooked considerations for making a selection more…
Planning Opportunities for Bequesting the TSP to Non-Spouse Beneficiaries May Get Curtailed
Federal benefits expert, Ed Zurndorfer, discusses why non-spouse beneficiaries (such as children, grandchildren or siblings) of TSP participants are not allowed to use the new withdrawal options more…