Before Open Season: 5 Questions Federal & Military Retirees Should Ask

Your current health plan may continue automatically into 2027—but that does not automatically make it the best fit for your present needs. In this video, I walk federal and military retirees through five practical questions concerning premiums, prescriptions, doctors, total costs, and enrollment deadlines. Download my free guide, The Retiree’s First Paycheck Online: https://www.retireeboss.com/the-retir... Official information: Federal Benefits Open Season: https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insura... TRICARE Open Season: https://www.tricare.mil/openseason CHAPTERS 00:00 Automatic does not always mean best 00:37 Federal and TRICARE deadlines 00:58 Question 1: What changed in your plan? 01:27 Question 2: What changed in your life? 01:52 Question 3: Are doctors and prescriptions covered? 02:27 Question 4: What is the total likely cost? 03:13 Question 5: Which rules apply to you? 03:43 The one-page comparison method 04:18 Making a clear decision 04:37 The Retiree’s First Paycheck Online This video is for educational purposes and does not recommend any particular health plan. Verify your eligibility, coverage, costs, and deadlines through official sources before making changes.