Choosing the right health benefits can be a difficult challenge any year, but this year the task is made even harder by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many federal employees are struggling—some with the disease itself or ill family members, others with the challenges of working under greatly changed circumstances. With so much uncertainty around work and family life now, predicting your health care needs for the coming year is more fraught than ever. Do you need a plan with more robust mental health coverage? Should you look for proven telehealth benefits? What about long term care? Every year, open season gives federal employees an opportunity to reevaluate their needs.

In this digital event, Government Executive explored the ins and outs of the Federal Employee Health Benefit Program with experts during this critical time.