The MHBP Standard Option health plan for all federal employees
The MHBP Standard Option offers rich benefits and lower rates for you and your family.
MHBP Standard Option offers comprehensive coverage at an affordable price
We are setting a higher standard for federal employee health plans – at a lower cost.
The plan‘s low copayments keep your costs down and out-of-pocket expenses predictable. With network providers, you pay nothing for annual exams, lab tests, maternity care, including delivery and more.
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2026 STANDARD OPTION RATES
These rates do not apply to all Enrollees. If you are in a special enrollment category, please refer to the FEHB Program website or contact the agency or Tribal Employer which maintains your health benefits enrollment.
Federal Employees (biweekly)
- Self Only (CODE 454): $93.89
- Self Plus One (CODE 456): $216.12
- Self and Family (CODE 455): $218.20
Annuitants (monthly)
- Self Only (CODE 454): $203.44
- Self Plus One (CODE 456): $468.27
- Self and Family (CODE 455): $472.76
Postal service employee or retiree? Visit MHBPPostal.com for your rates and enrollment codes.
Why choose MHBP:
- 24/7 dedicated customer service team (except certain holidays).
- Outstanding plan satisfaction, per OPM.gov Consumer Satisfaction Survey Results. If you aren’t happy, we aren’t happy.
- A large, nationwide network of over 2 million capable care providers and hospitals. When you need care, it’s never too far.
- No referrals required to see a specialist. No jumping through hoops to see the right doctor.
- Worldwide coverage for living, working, or traveling abroad.
Enroll today and discover countless reasons to smile!
Great coverage. Low rates. Wellness rewards.
- Up to $350 in wellness rewards
- No out-of-pocket costs for maternity care
- 40 alternative care visits per year for chiropractic care and acupuncture combined
- No additional cost for telehealth services through Teladoc Health
- No additional cost for Lab Savings Program
MHBP’s Standard Option in-network benefits have you covered
Complete coverage at a price that may surprise you. With copays for most services, the MHBP Standard Option will help make your out-of-pocket expenses more predictable.
This is a summary of MHBP Standard Option benefits when you use network providers. Do not rely on this list alone. Not all benefits are shown below. For more detail about definitions, limitations, and exclusions please refer to the Official Plan Brochure.
| Network Benefit | Cost |
|---|---|
| Preventive Care | You pay nothing |
| Primary Care Doctors’ Visits | $20 copay, adult $10 copay, dependents through age 21 |
| Specialist Visits | $30 copay |
| Lab Savings Program | You pay nothing for covered lab tests with the Lab Savings Program when Labcorp® or Quest Diagnostics® performs the tests |
| Alternative Care (Chiropractic) | $20 copay per visit up to 40-visit combined maximum |
| Alternative Care (Acupuncture) | 10% of the Plan allowance 40-visit combined maximum |
| Maternity | You pay nothing |
| Emergency Room Visits | $200 copay* (No deductible for accidental injury; copay is waived if admitted to the hospital) |
| Urgent Care Center Visits | $50 copay |
| Hospitalization | $200 copay per admission and 10% of Plan allowance for ancillary services |
| Prescription Drugs, Generic (30-day supply) | $5 copay |
| Calendar Year Deductible (a separate deductible applies to Non-Network benefits) | $350 Self only $700 Self plus one or self and family |
Plans for a healthier you
Looking for a better health plan? Look no further than MHBP. With three MHBP plan options, find a health plan to fit your needs, with coverage at affordable rates. Download the brochure to learn more.
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