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Kevin Moss

Kevin Moss

Senior Editor, GuidetoHealthPlans.org

Kevin Moss has for over 25 years worked for Consumers’ Checkbook, a nonprofit dedicated to helping consumers make informed decisions. He leads the production of Checkbook’s Guide to Health Plans for Federal Employees, a decision support tool that helps almost 1 million federal employees from over 50 agencies select an FEHB plan. He shares his expertise as a regular contributor to GovExec and holds dozens of webinars throughout the year where he provides FEHB advice. Watch here for his latest advice: https://www.youtube.com/@CheckbookHealth/featured
Kevin Moss has for over 25 years worked for Consumers’ Checkbook, a nonprofit dedicated to helping consumers make informed decisions. He leads the production of Checkbook’s Guide to Health Plans for Federal Employees, a decision support tool that helps almost 1 million federal employees from over 50 agencies select an FEHB plan. He shares his expertise as a regular contributor to GovExec and holds dozens of webinars throughout the year where he provides FEHB advice. Watch here for his latest advice: https://www.youtube.com/@CheckbookHealth/featured
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Are High Deductible Health Plans the right FEHB plan for you?

For most federal employees, HDHPs will be the cheapest FEHB plan type. Here’s how they work.

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Last-minute Open Season advice

Tips and tools to help you with decision-making before the window closes for the year.

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An Open Season checklist for active federal employees

Tips for saving money on health care and to help guide you through the process of choosing a plan in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.

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What federal annuitants need to know about Medicare Part D for 2024

This upcoming Open Season will be one of the most important in recent years for annuitants to evaluate their existing plan against those that offer Part D coverage.

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FEHB: Here’s what’s new for Open Season 2024

Expanded infertility coverage and increased premiums are among some of the changes federal employees can expect during Open Season this year.

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A closer look at 2024 Federal Employee Health Benefits premiums

Wondering how the increase might impact your FEHB plan choice? We’ll walk you through it.

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Why Every Federal Employee Should Consider a Health Savings Account

The annual HSA contribution limit is increasing in 2024. Here are some of the benefits of having one.

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Fed Health Care Changes and the End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

Some over-the-counter and out-of-network coverage may be different now that the pandemic emergency is over.

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An Open Season Checklist for Federal Annuitants

For starters, make sure you check if your premium is increasing, so you’re not caught off guard next year.

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An Open Season Checklist for Federal Employees

With the largest premium increase in the last 10 years, federal employees should consider whether their existing health insurance plan is still the best fit.

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A Closer Look at 2023 Federal Employee Health Benefits Premiums

Wondering how the increase might impact your FEHB plan choice? We’ll walk you through it.

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Why a Health Savings Account is a Secret Weapon in Saving for Retirement

Many federal employees can save money by switching to a high deductible health insurance plan with an HSA when they have the chance.