New for 2023
Take a quick peak at the enhancements and updates for 2023
Foreign Service Benefit Plan 2023 Premiums
| Enrollment Type | ENROLLMENT code | Bi-Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self Only | 401 | $78.31 | $169.68 |
| Self Plus One | 403 | $199.29 | $431.80 |
| Self & Family | 402 | $193.73 | $419.74 |
Note: Two-person families are not required to enroll in Self Plus One. They can opt to enroll in Self and Family (402). We invite you to review our premiums relative to other high option plans in the FEHB Program.
2023 Foreign Service Benefit Plan Benefit Enhancements & Updates
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Slight Premium Increase See back cover of FSBP Brochure
Your share of the premium rate will increase by $5.12 for Self Only, or increase by $13.81 for Self Plus One, or increase by $12.68 for Self and Family
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Added Coverage of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Procedures See section 5(a) under Infertility Services of the FSBP brochure
FSBP added limited coverage for services, supplies and drugs related to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) procedures up to $5,000 maximum per person per calendar year
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Added Coverage for Physical and Emotional Support Provided by a Licensed Doula See section 5(a) of the FSBP Brochure
FSBP now offers coverage for services performed by a licensed doula up to $1,200 per calendar year
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Enhanced the Prenatal Wellness Incentive Healthy Action See section 5(h) of the FSBP Brochure
Pregnant members can earn up to a total of $200 during prenatal and postnatal
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Enhanced our Healthy Pregnancy Program See section 5(h) of the FSBP Brochure
Our Healthy Pregnancy Program will provide additional resources to pregnant members, including access to a fertility advocate
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Added a Medicare Advantage Plan for retirees with Medicare A and B primary See section 9 under Medicare Advantage of the FSBP brochure
FSBP is now offering an FSBP – Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan with voluntary enrollment. Includes prescription drug coverage and offers unique benefits and programs such as access to Silver Sneakers®
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Expanded the Coverage for Nutritional Formulas for the Treatment of Inborn Errors of Metabolism See section 5(a) under Durable medical equipment the FSBP brochure
FSBP expanded coverage for nutritional formulas for inborn errors of metabolism
The information here is a summary of the Plan’s benefits and features. All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations, and exclusions set forth in our official 2023 Plan Brochure RI 72-001.
If you have benefit questions during the Open Season enrollment period, you may contact us by e-mail at openseason@afspa.org or call us at 202-833-4910. We look forward to bringing you these new and enhanced offerings beginning January 1, 2023.
New Brochures for 2023
There are two ways to enroll in the Foreign Service Benefit Plan.
You must remember your enrollment code and the full name of the health plan.
- Self Only: 401
- Self Plus One: 403
- Self Plus Family: 402
- Use your agency's preferred method
- Contact your agency's HR office
Download and fill out a Health Benefits Election Form (SF 2809) and submit to your Human Resources office.
There are two periods when Federal employees and retirees can enroll for the first time or switch their enrollment type.
All actively working or retired federal employees can enroll in, change or cancel their health plan during Open Season, which is typically the second Monday of November through the second Monday of December each year. Learn more.
New Employees
If you’re a new Federal employee eligible for Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) coverage, you have 60 days from your start date to enroll in a health plan.
Qualifying Life Event
You may make changes to your health plan outside of Open Season if you have a qualifying life event. These include getting married, having a baby, getting divorced or you move outside of the plan’s coverage area. Learn more.
Questions about enrollment? Send us a message here or call 202-833-4910.
FSBP is HIPAA compliant. The confidential medical information (i.e., Protected Health Information (PHI)) that you provide to us is kept strictly confidential and secure in our records. Click here for our Notice of Privacy Practices.
