Q. I applied and received Social Security and OPM disability retirement because I needed an organ transplant. After my transplant, my doctor said I am recovered and can return to my former position at the U.S. Postal Service. Once Social Security and OPM stop my disability checks, is my agency obligated to return me to duty?
A. Your former agency is encouraged to give you priority consideration, but is not required to rehire you. You’ll find the rules at https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/publications-forms/csrsfers-handbook/c060.pdf. Just scroll to Section 60A7.1-1 C & D, which applies to both CSRS and FERS.
