Q. I’m 64½ years old, retired FERS with Federal Employees Health Benefits. No dependents. I am also retired military, but I have never used Tricare. I am now considering what to do in this open season and as I reach 65 years of age. This is my plan: 1) Enroll in a cheaper (I have Kaiser now), more reasonably priced FEHB during open season. 2) Suspend that new FEHB coverage using form RI 79-9 to OPM. 3) Use my Tricare Standard until I reach 65 years (five months from now). 4) Find a Physician who take Tricare Standard. 5) Enroll…
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Q. My son is about to turn 22 and his dental coverage is ending. We are with United Concordia. Can you tell me if any other federal dental programs are available that will cover a full-time college student after the age of 22? Thank you. A. The Federal Employee Dental and Vision Benefits program only provides coverage for unmarried dependent children under age 22. However, if your son is covered under your Federal Employees Health Benefits Program enrollment, the more limited dental services available there would continue to age 26.