Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) (CRS Report for Congress)
| Release Date |
Nov. 26, 2007 |
| Report Number |
RS22535 |
| Report Type |
Report |
| Authors |
Hinda Chaikind, Domestic Social Policy Division |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
Summary:
The Federal Employee Dental and Vision Benefits Enhancement Act of 2004 was enacted on December 23, 2004 (P.L. 108-496), directing the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to establish a supplemental dental and vision benefits program. OPM created the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), with coverage first available on December 31, 2006. Enrollees are responsible for 100% of premiums and may choose a self-only, self + 1, or family plan. Coverage for dental and/or vision services provided through Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) plans is the primary source of coverage, and the supplemental dental and vision plan is secondary. Employees may still contribute to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to cover any qualified unmet medical expenses.
