Department of the Navy Civilian Benefits Center

Open Season is right around the corner, employees and annuitants can register now at BENEFEDS.gov. Attend one or all four to have your questions answered. #FEHB #FEDVIP #openseason

WHAT TO KNOW WEDNESDAY! Open Season elections for employees not currently enrolled in FEHB are effective 12 January 2025, provided they were in a pay status for any part of the preceding pay period. Currently enrolled employees’ open season changes are effective 12 January 2025, regardless of pay status the preceding pay period. Employees should receive their new health insurance enrollment card from the carrier within 30 days of making an election or no later than 19 February 2025. #CBC #Benefits #OpenSeason

With 8 days left until the end of Open Season, check out these FEDVIP Fast Facts to consider when enrolling! #CBC #Benefits #OpenSeason

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from the Civilian Benefits Center! 🍂 As we gather together this season to give thanks, we want to express our gratitude to all the dedicated individuals who serve our country through federal employment. Your hard work, commitment, and service help shape a brighter future for everyone. 🌟 Thank you for your service and dedication! 🌟 Wishing you all a safe, joyful, and restful holiday season with loved ones.

With 15 days left of Open Season here is something you should know..... In some cases, the enrollee share of premiums for the Self Plus One enrollment type will be higher than for the Self and Family enrollment type. Enrollees who wish to cover one eligible family member are free to elect either the Self and Family or Self Plus One enrollment type. #CBC #Benefits #OpenSeason

FACT FRIDAY 🎯🎯🎯🎯 The TSP contribution is a percentage or dollar amount that is withheld biweekly based on the employee's election. The Defense Civilian Pay System (DCPS) will only process the employee's TSP contribution amount if the employee has enough NET pay to cover the elected contribution amount. #CBC #Benefits #TSP

Quick Tip Thursday 🎯💡 The FEDVIP comparison tool is a great resource but before making your final enrollment decision, always refer to the individual FEDVIP brochures. Each plan’s FEDVIP brochure is the official statement of benefits. #CBC #Benefits #OpenSeason

WHAT TO KNOW WEDNESDAY 💡💡💡 With FSAFEDS there are 3 accounts from which to choose: a dependent care account, a health care account, and a limited expense health care account. Participating lowers your taxable income and you can be reimbursed for your FEDVIP and FEHB expenses, including copays and deductibles. #CBC #Benefits #OpenSeason

There are 22 days left until the end of Open Season. Why is Open Season important? One of the reasons is because you cannot enroll, change your enrollment, or cancel your coverage in these programs outside the Open Season unless you experience a Qualifying Life Event. #CBC #Benefits #OpenSeason

FAQ FRIDAY 🎯🎯🎯🎯 Q: I suspended my FEHB Program enrollment, and wish to re-enroll. Can a plan refuse my enrollment and is there a pre-existing condition limitation or a waiting period that applies to my receiving service when I re-enroll? A: Unless you select an HMO and do not live or work in the service area, a participating FEHB health carrier cannot refuse to enroll you. Under the FEHB Program, there are no pre-existing condition limitations and there are no waiting periods. You can use your benefits as soon as your coverage becomes available. #CBC #Benefits