Why Part C Plans Might Overlap or Interfere with What PSHB Already Offers

Key Takeaways
Enrolling in a Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) plan can create conflicts with your Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) coverage, especially when coordination of benefits and
How Medicare and PSHB Deductibles Overlap (Or Don’t) and What That Means for You

Key Takeaways
Medicare and PSHB deductibles function independently, and they do not automatically offs…
Medicare Advantage (Part C) Could Work for You—But Only If You Ask the Right Questions First

Key Takeaways
Medicare Advantage (Part C) can offer you more coordinated care and lower out-of-pocket costs, but only if the plan aligns with your health needs, Medicare status, and PSHB requirements.
Medicare Part C Is Still Growing—But So Are the Questions About What It Leaves Out

Key Takeaways
Medicare Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, continues to grow in popularity among PSHB-eligible retirees, but many enrollees misunderstand what is and isn’t included.Ke…
Why Your Out-of-Pocket Costs Might Be Rising Even with ‘Low’ Monthly Contributions

Key Takeaways
Even if your monthly PSHB premium looks affordable, your total yearly healthcare cost…
The Relationship Between Medicare and PSHB Is More Complicated Than You’re Told

Key Takeaways
Being enrolled in both Medicare and PSHB in 2025 means your coverage is layered, not duplicated. The rules about how they work together depend heavily on your retirement status, Medicare enrollment…
You’re Still Paying Coinsurance After Medicare and PSHB—Here’s Why That Doesn’t Always Add Up

Key Takeaways
Even with both Medicare and a PSHB plan, you may still face coinsuranc…
The Move from FEHB to PSHB Seems Simple—Until You Look at What’s Actually Changing

Key Takeaways
The Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program has officially replaced FEHB for
Medicare Part D Now Caps Drug Costs—But You Still Need to Watch What’s Actually Covered

Key Takeaways
Medicare Part D now includes a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug costs…
Combining PSHB and Medicare Looks Great on Paper—But the Details Are Where It Gets Tricky

Key Takeaways
Pairing Medicare with your PSHB plan can lead to better coverage and lower out-of-pocket costs, but only if you follow the proper rules and timelines.Missteps in enrollment or misun…