OPM Seeks Input on Employee Dental Insurance Signup Process
Published Date: 4/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The Office of Personnel Management wants your thoughts on updating the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program enrollment system. This affects federal workers who sign up for dental and vision plans, aiming to make the process smoother and easier. No big cost changes yet, but your feedback helps shape the future—act soon!
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Easier FEDVIP Dental & Vision Signups
If you are a federal worker who signs up for dental or vision plans through FEDVIP, the Office of Personnel Management is asking for public comments on updating the FEDVIP Enrollment System (ICR 3206-0272). The change aims to make the signup process smoother and easier; OPM says there are no major cost changes announced now and your feedback can help shape the future system.
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