Improved Fertility Coverage from FEHB Plans Is Coming

Improved Fertility Coverage from FEHB Plans Is Coming

Author: GovExec March 27, 2023 Duration: 13:12

Earlier this month, the Office of Personnel Management outlined some goals and initiatives federal employees can see from FEHB plans coming next year. Included in the carrier call letter are some added fertility benefits. 

Kevin Moss is a senior editor with Consumers' Checkbook. Checkbook's Guide to Health Plans for Federal Employees is available now. He's also a GovExec contributor and his latest post on our site is headlined "Feds Can Expect to See Improved Fertility Coverage from FEHB Plans in 2024." He joined the podcast to discuss fertility coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program. 

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