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http://opm.gov/insure/health/faq/premconversion/16.asp

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Frequently Asked Questions about Premium Conversion: Participation

(also refer to the Eligibility or Enrollment sections)

Who should not participate?

Regardless of your marital status, and the number of dependents you have, if you :

  • pay no Federal income tax, or
  • earn less than $6,400 per year
you should give serious consideration to waiving participation in premium conversion.