Manage your High Option federal health plan

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

Lower your out-of-pocket costs by staying in the network

The Plan deductible is a fixed amount you must pay for covered healthcare expenses before your plan starts paying.
High Option 2025
Calendar year deductible
Self
Self Plus One / Self & Family
In-network
$450
$800
Out-of-network
$1,000
$2,000
Annual out-of-pocket maximum
Combined medical and prescription drugs
In-network
$6,500 Self
$13,000 Self Plus One / Self & Family
Out-of-network
$12,000 Self
$24,000 Self Plus One / Self & Family

For some services, you'll have a copay or coinsurance

Copayments and coinsurance amounts do not count toward your deductible.
Service In-network (PPO) you pay
Office and specialist visits for medical, mental health, and substance use $25 copay (no deductible applied)
Virtual Visits with Teladoc $0 copay for first 2 visits
$10 copay (no deductible applied)
Routine dental 30% of Plan allowance
Urgent care $30 copay
Ambulance 15% of Plan allowance
Physical therapy 15% of Plan allowance (60 visits per year)
Chiropractic care $25 copay (24 visits per year)
Acupuncture $25 copay (24 visits per year)

Access High Option tools, resources, and benefit details

Tools & links

Manage your plan and estimate the cost of healthcare ahead of time.

Prescription coverage

OptumRx manages your pharmacy benefits and offers home delivery.

Health management programs

Protect your well-being and live a healthier life, usually with no out-of-pocket costs.

Benefits & coverage

Your plan covers preventive care, medical visits, dental care, mental health, and more.

Download and access Health Plan resources

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.