Benefits and coverage for your High Option federal plan

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

Low in-network copays

100% coverage for in-network services

2025 High Option coverage

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

2025 BENEFITS

High Option in-network you pay

UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage (PPO) for APWU Health Plan in-network you pay (for High Option members)

Medical visits
Office and specialist visits $25 copay (no deductible applied) $0
Virtual Visits with Teladoc $0 copay for first 2 visits
$10 copay (no deductible applied)
$0
Preventive care
Well-child care $0 n/a
Childhood immunizations $0 n/a
Annual adult routine exams $0 $0
Adult immunizations $0 $0
Preventive screenings $0 $0
Dental care
Routine office visits (2 per year)Fluoride treatments (2 per year)
Cleanings (2 per year)
X-rays of all types (2 per year)
Fillings (not including crowns or in-lay/on-lay restoration)
Simple extractions
30% of Plan allowance (no deductible applied) $0 for preventive care
$50 yearly deductible
$1,000 max for non-routine per year
Diabetes care
Generic oral medication, formulary blood glucose test strips, and lancets (used to reduce blood sugar) $0 through mail-order $0
Maternity
Complete maternity care, including prenatal, delivery, postnatal, and initial exam of newborn covered under family enrollment $0 n/a
Medical food formulas are covered to treat phenylketonuria (PKU) and other inborn errors of metabolism 15% of the Plan allowance n/a
Hospital/facility care
Diagnostic tests or imaging 15% ($0 for covered blood work performed at LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics) $0
Outpatient surgery 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Inpatient 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Surgical 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Cancer Centers of Excellence 5% of the Plan allowance $0
Infertility treatment
Diagnostic and treatment services 15% of the Plan allowance n/a
Gender affirming care
Gender dysphoria therapy and gender affirming surgery 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Emergency care  
Accidental injury (within 72 hours)   $0 $0
Urgent care $30 copay (no deductible applied) $0
Emergency room 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Ambulance 15% (no deductible applied) $0
Hearing services
Diagnostic hearing tests 15% of the Plan allowance (every 2 years) $0
Hearing aids All charges in excess of $1,500 (every 3 years, no deductible applied) $1,500 allowance (must use UnitedHealthcare network)
Alternative care
Physical therapy 15% of the Plan allowance (60 visits per year, no deductible applied) $0
Chiropractic care $25 copay (24 visits per year, no deductible applied) $0
Acupuncture $25 copay (26 visits per year, no deductible applied) $0
Mental health/substance use
Office visits $25 copay (no deductible applied) $0
Outpatient treatment 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Diagnostics, inpatient, and outpatient service 15% of the Plan allowance $0
Prescription coverage
Retail prescription drugs
Non-specialty 30-day supply
No deductible applies for pharmacy benefits
$10 for Tier 1
25% for Tier 2, max $200 per Rx
45% for Tier 3, max $300 per Rx
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Mail-order prescription drugs
Non-specialty 90-day supply
$20 for Tier 1
25% for Tier 2, max $300 per Rx
45% for Tier 3, max $500 per Rx
Retail prescription drugs
Specialty 30-day supply
25% for Tier 4, max $300 per Rx
25% for Tier 5, max $600 per Rx
45% for Tier 6, max $1,000 per Rx
Mail-order prescription drugs
Specialty 90-day supply
25% for Tier 4, max $150 per Rx
25% for Tier 5, max $300 per Rx
45% for Tier 6, max $500 per Rx

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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.