FEHB (Federal Employees Health Benefits)

Federal employees and retirees have an opportunity to save money in a tax-advantaged manner in order to pay current and future medical expenses by utilizing health savings accounts (HSAs). But it is imperative that understand the HSA rules. Ed Zurndorfer discusses HSA rules including eligibility rules and the types of medical expenses that can be paid tax-free from an HSA more…

Federal employees and retirees should be aware of these changes during the Federal Benefits Open Season which ends Dec. 8. OPM provided answers to frequently asked questions about the plan changes and terminations, and what to do if your plan has been terminated more…

Ed Zurndorfer provides some cost-reducing suggestions for federal annuitants including Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program health plan premium savings — and savings for those who are (or who are not) enrolled in Medicare Part A and/or Part B. Plus, suggestions of why federal retirees or annuitants should not elect out of the FEHB program. more…

Ed Zurndorfer discusses choices that employees and retirees have in this year’s Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) open season (Nov. 10 – Dec. 8). Included are tips for making changes and a checklist for those who intend to retire soon and want to keep their FEHB enrollment in retirement more…

Federal employees and retirees share of 2026 Federal Employees Health Benefits premiums will increase — on average — by 12.3%. The Office of Personnel Management has released the 2026 premium rate charts for health, dental and vision plans more…

Ed Zurndorfer provides important tips for those who plan to travel overseas. Will FEHB cover your costs? Or will you need to purchase a travel medical insurance policy? more…

Ed Zurndorfer outlines the deadlines — and provides helpful tips — for submitting claims for 2024 in the Federal Flexible Spending Account Program (FSAFEDS) more…