2012 Live Webcasts
Introduction to Open Season
- What is Open Season?
- What benefit programs are involved?
- How do I enroll?
- What are the effective dates?
- Where can I get help?
The Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP)
- What dental and vision benefits are available?
- Why would I need supplemental dental and vision insurance?
- How much does it cost?
- How do I pick a plan?
The Federal Flexible Spending Account Program (FSAFEDS)
- What is a flexible spending account?
- How does it work?
- What expenses are eligible for reimbursement?
- Where can I get more information?
2012 Recorded Webcasts
The Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB): Do I Have the Right Health Plan?
- What kinds of health plans are available?
- What should I consider in picking a health plan?
- How can I compare health plans available to me?
Medicare and the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB)
- What is Medicare?
- How much does Medicare cost?
- When can I enroll in Medicare?
- How does Medicare coordinate benefits with the FEHB Program?
- Should I enroll in Medicare?
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