Yesterday marks the beginning of open season, the time
when federal employees can enroll in various healthcare programs. It’s a
benefit to all career Postal Employees, and it’s not one to be overlooked.
Healthcare plans change from year to year, including
coverage and the costs associated with them. Many people keep the same plan
they’ve had for years because of a high satisfaction level or even lack of use
of the benefits. Without specific instructions to change or stop enrollment in
a plan, an individual is automatically enrolled in the same plan the following
year, if available. While this is an easy approach to dealing with healthcare
coverage, it could be worthwhile to check out how a plan has changed from the
previous year.
Coverage for specific parts of a plan may have been altered
or costs for the coverage may no longer be competitive, so it’s important to
see how your plan has been modified. Check out the benefits other healthcare
plans offer and the costs associated with that coverage to make sure you’re
getting the best deal for what you need. Also be sure to take a look at the
satisfaction rating of the healthcare provider by other customers. Sometimes a
less expensive plan is that way for a reason, but that may not always be the
case. A satisfaction rating can provide an extra resource for determining if a
plan is a good fit for you.
Open
season runs from November 12 through December 10, so be sure to make any
adjustments to coverage within the window of opportunity.
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