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http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp?AnswerId=139

Insurance Programs

New / Prospective Employees

As a Federal employee, you may be able to enroll in health, dental, vision and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and apply for long term care insurance. You can find information about each program by clicking on one of the links below. Each section includes common questions to help guide you to the information you need.

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Flexible Spending Accounts

How much do I pay for coverage?

Answer:

There is no cost to you to enroll.  Your agency pays the administrative fees on your behalf. 

You decide how much you want to set aside from your salary each year. The minimum is $250 and the maximum is $5,000 for each type of Flexible Spending Account. Go to www.FSAFEDS.com and refer to “Savings Calculator” for additional information. The amount that you decide on – your annual election – will be deducted from your salary in equal allotments spread across the number of pay dates remaining in the calendar year.