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OPM urged to commit to protecting IVF in federal health insurance
With reproductive issues questioned in courts, Democrats voiced their expectations for the largest employer-sponsored health program in the country.
Here are the carriers in the Postal Service health insurance program
It marks the next step in a yearslong process to reform Postal benefits.
New life insurance program for disabled vets sees high demand
Veterans can get up to $40,000 in life insruance coverage through the program regardless of their health status.
Don’t miss these military health care, child care deadlines
Dec. 11 is the deadline for enrolling in the new Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and the federal dental and vision program.
By Karen Jowers
A guide to federal health benefits as open enrollment ends
From new benefits for Medicare beneficiaries to navigating premium increases, your guide to 2024 federal health insurance.
What’s driving rate hikes for federal employee health premiums?
Federal employees, retirees and service members who get health insurance from the federal government will see premiums jump on Jan. 1.
A procrastinator’s checklist for choosing open season benefits
Don’t let the Dec. 11 deadline pass you by. Benefits experts told Federal Times that even if you’re happy with your current plan, it likely will change.
Open season is here for Tricare, dental and new child care accounts
Here's what you need to know about the open seasons for Tricare, dependent care spending accounts, and dental and vision plans.
By Karen Jowers
Some Tricare, dental plans may cost more in 2024. Here’s what to know.
Open season, from Nov. 13 through Dec. 12, is the time to make changes to your Tricare coverage. Some costs may rise this year.
By Karen Jowers