Government Employees Health Association, Inc. (G.E.H.A), a nonprofit member association serving the federal community, today announced that premiums for all G.E.H.A Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) dental plans will remain flat for 2027, supporting predictable costs for federal employees, Postal employees, retirees, military retirees and their families.

G.E.H.A will continue to offer both High and Standard FEDVIP dental options for 2027. Eligible individuals may review and select coverage during the 2026 Federal Benefits Open Season, Nov. 9 through Dec. 14, 2026, at midnight EST. Coverage elected during Open Season takes effect Jan. 1, 2027.

“Affordability matters, especially for the federal employees, retirees, military retirees and families who count on G.E.H.A for their dental coverage. Keeping premiums flat is one way we can help ease the financial pressure our members face while continuing to provide comprehensive, quality dental benefits. We remain committed to delivering meaningful value and making dental care more accessible for the people and families we are proud to serve,” said David Hakanson, president and CEO of G.E.H.A.

What G.E.H.A FEDVIP dental plans are available for 2027?

G.E.H.A will continue to offer both High and Standard FEDVIP dental plans.

  • High plan. Provides three adult cleanings per calendar year, no deductible, an unlimited annual maximum for covered Class A, B and C services and a $3,500 lifetime orthodontic maximum per person.

  • Standard plan. Provides two cleanings per calendar year, no in-network deductible and a $2,500 in-network annual maximum for covered Class A, B and C services.

Both options cover preventive, intermediate, major and orthodontic services, with no waiting periods, subject to plan terms.

What additional savings are available to G.E.H.A dental members in 2027?

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, eligible G.E.H.A dental members and their eligible dependents will have access to the new G.E.H.A Member Discount Program, provided by LifeMart.® The program will offer savings on nationally recognized brand-name products and services, including travel, fitness, personal care, groceries, electronics, childcare and senior care. Members will access the program through the MyG.E.H.A member portal. Offers vary by provider, and savings are not guaranteed on every purchase.1

How can federal employees get help understanding their G.E.H.A dental options?

G.E.H.A FedViser benefit experts will be available seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time throughout Open Season to help members and prospective members compare options. New FEDVIP enrollees or those wishing to make changes will complete enrollment via BENEFEDS.com.

Individuals can connect through live chat at geha.com, call 1-833-902-7246 or schedule an individual consultation at geha.com/TalkWithUs. G.E.H.A will also offer scheduled video consultations, webinars and virtual benefit fairs during Open Season.

About G.E.H.A

Government Employees Health Association, Inc. (G.E.H.A) is a nonprofit member association founded by federal employees in 1937. G.E.H.A provides health and dental benefits designed for federal employees, Postal employees, retirees, military retirees and their families. G.E.H.A is committed to serving its members and the communities where they live, work and serve.

To learn more, visit GEHA.com

This is a brief description of services covered under the G.E.H.A Connection Dental Federal plan. For a complete list of plan limitations and exclusions, please refer to the G.E.H.A Connection Dental Federal Plan Brochure available online at geha.com/PlanBrochureDental 

 

1 These benefits are neither offered nor guaranteed under contract with the FEDVIP Program but are made available to all Enrollees who become members of G.E.H.A and their eligible family members.

 

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