Every Family Member Added at Open Season Now Gets Verified: OPM’s 2027 Rule
For the past two Open Seasons, agencies had to check the paperwork on a sample of […]
Healthcare – FEHB & Medicare
FEDVIP in Retirement: 5 Critical Rules to Avoid Costly Dental Gaps
The short answer: FEDVIP in retirement follows different rules than FEHB. OPM states there is no […]
FEHB Premium Conversion: 5 Critical Facts to Avoid Costly Tax Gaps
The short answer: FEHB premium conversion lets active federal employees pay health premiums with pre-tax dollars. […]
FEHB Medicare Part D: Protect Retirees From Costly 2026 Drug Bills
FEHB Medicare Part D: What Federal Retirees Should Know in 2026 The short answer: Many FEHB […]
Suspend FEHB: Protect 2026 Coverage and Avoid Costly Gaps
The short answer: Federal retirees can suspend FEHB coverage — rather than cancel it — when […]
FEHB Temporary Continuation: 5 Critical Facts to Avoid Costly Gaps | Fed Pilot
The short answer: FEHB Temporary Continuation of Coverage lets employees who leave federal service keep their […]
FEHB Medicare Part B: 5 Critical Choices to Avoid Costly Penalties | Fed Pilot
Deciding on FEHB Medicare Part B enrollment at 65 affects premiums, penalties, and out-of-pocket costs. Learn how the two programs coordinate for federal retirees.
Medicare Part B Penalty: Avoid a 10% Lifetime Surcharge in Retirement
The short answer: The Medicare Part B penalty adds 10% to your monthly premium for each […]
FEHB Five-Year Rule: 5 Facts to Protect Your Retiree Coverage
The short answer: The FEHB five-year rule generally lets you keep federal health coverage in retirement […]
FEHB Eligibility Verification: Protect Coverage by the 2026 Deadline
Update September 3, 2026: OPM has since raised the standard for Open Season. Benefits Administration Letter […]