The 5-Year Rule: Keeping Your Federal Health Insurance in Retirement

August 22, 2025 • 00:07:39
The 5-Year Rule: Keeping Your Federal Health Insurance in Retirement
Rayna Retirement
The 5-Year Rule: Keeping Your Federal Health Insurance in Retirement

Aug 22 2025 | 00:07:39

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Show Notes

In this episode of Rayna Retirement, host Rayna Reyes unpacks one of the most important—and often misunderstood—rules in federal retirement planning: the 5-year requirement for keeping your federal health insurance in retirement.

Rayna explains why this rule matters, what “consecutive coverage” really means, how switching between plans impacts eligibility, and what steps you must take to ensure your spouse remains covered after you pass away.

From common misconceptions to smart strategies for open enrollment, Rayna breaks it all down in simple, practical terms so you can make confident health insurance decisions as you plan for retirement.

Schedule your free appointment with Rayna and her team at American Federal Benefits Consultants today. Call Rayna directly at 850-450-6500 or reach out to her team at 1-800-872-8857.

 

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Contact: Rayna and the team at American Federal Benefits Consultants, call 1-800-872-8857 or visit AmericanFederal.org.

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Rayna Retirement is the go-to podcast for federal employees – or anyone – looking to make smarter financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Hosted by Rayna Reyes, co-founder of American Federal Benefits Consultants, this show simplifies the complexities of retirement, benefits, and financial planning.

Whether you're navigating your FERS or CSRS pension, maximizing your TSP, or seeking expert advice on 401(k)s or IRAs, Rayna is here to guide you every step of the way. Tune in for practical knowledge, ethical solutions, and expert insights as you prepare for a secure and fulfilling retirement.

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