High Option for federal employees

Choose a health plan that offers low copays, affordable deductibles, and a nationwide UnitedHealthcare network.

High Option highlights

With low copays and low deductibles, the High Option is a premier plan in the Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) Program.

100% coverage for in-network care

  • Age 35–39, one during this five-year period
  • Age 40–64, one every calendar year
  • Age 65 and older, one every two consecutive calendar years

$450 in-network deductible for Self or $800 in-network deductible for Self Plus One or Self & Family.

$25 copay for office visits, including specialists.

$30 copay for all urgent care centers.

$10 copay for Tier 1 drugs.

Find out if the High Option is right for you: Watch our High Option explainer video

High Option premiums

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Premiums

These are projections. Confirm your final premiums with Shared Services or your agency representative.

Premiums for Tribal employees are shown under the monthly premium rate column. The amount shown is the maximum you will pay. Your Tribal employer may choose to contribute a higher portion of your premium. Please contact your Tribal Benefits Officer for exact rates.

Download the APWU Health Plan federal flyer to learn about benefits and coverage details

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Pharmacy

The High Option prescription drug plan includes access to nearly 64,000 pharmacies in the Express Scripts network, along with home delivery options in all 50 states.

Dental

High Option members receive dental benefits as part of the medical plan, but you can get additional coverage by enrolling in the APWU Health Plan Dental Insurance Plan.

Additional benefits

Behavioral
health

Health management programs
Infertility services

Gender affirming
care

Cancer Centers of
Excellence

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Important Alert: Beware of Pharmacy Scam Calls

CVS Pharmacy has reported an increase in scam calls from criminals pretending to be pharmacy representatives. These scammers may ask for sensitive personal information, including your driver’s license number, Social Security number, or insurance details.

How to Protect Yourself

  • Hang up immediately – If you receive an unexpected call and are unsure if it’s legitimate, do not engage. Hang up and contact CVS directly.
  • Verify with CVS – Call your local CVS pharmacy using their official number. Find a CVS near you: CVS Store Locator
  • Never share personal information – Do not provide your prescription details, insurance information, Social Security number, or financial details to unknown callers.
  • Contact your prescription drug provider – If you are unsure about a call related to your medication, reach out to your prescription provider directly:

Common Scam Tactics

Scammers may ask questions such as:

  • Do you need any medication refills?
  • What prescriptions are you taking?
  • What is your driver’s license or Social Security number?
  • Can you confirm your insurance details?

Stay alert and protect your personal information. If you suspect a scam, report it to CVS or your prescription provider immediately.

Happy Holidays

Our offices will close at noon on Tuesday, December 23, and will remain closed through Friday, December 26. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Monday, December 29.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.

Happy Thanksgiving

Our offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27 – 28, to observe Thanksgiving. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Monday, December 1.

All eligible postal workers, federal employees, and retirees can enroll in APWU Health Plan during Open Season.

We honor military veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces

Our offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, to observe Veterans Day. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, November 12.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.

Health Plan offices closed

Our offices will be closed on Monday, October 13, to observe Columbus Day. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Tuesday, October 14.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.

Happy Labor Day

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, to observe Labor Day. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Tuesday, September 2.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.

Happy Independence Day

Our offices will close at noon on Thursday, July 3, and remain closed on Friday, July 4, to observe Independence Day. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Monday, July 7.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.

Happy Juneteenth

Our offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in honor of Juneteenth. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Friday, June 20.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.

In honor of all who served

Our offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, to observe Memorial Day. We will reopen at 8:30 a.m. ET on Tuesday, May 27.

For 24/7 access to your healthcare benefits, log in to your postal member portal or federal member portal.