Seasonal Healthcare

Prior to the passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, the Association of National Park Rangers (ANPR) offered a healthcare plan to its members, targeted at seasonal rangers. At the time, seasonals had no method of obtaining coverage directly through the National Park Service. Following the Act's passage, ANPR discontinued this offering as seasonals gained access to a far greater number of options through the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program.

ANPR remains committed to promoting Rangers' access to applicable healthcare options.

Who is Eligible

Seasonals who expect their appointment to run for a minimum of 90 days, working a minimum of 130 hours per month are eligible to enroll in the FEHB Program.

Note: Employees on temporary appointments are not eligible for dental & vision plans.

OPM Resources

OPM Temporary, Seasonal, & Intermittent FEHB Eligibility FAQs

Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program Modification of Eligibility...

Enrollment Process

During your onboarding process, you should receive relevant information related to employee benefits including healthcare options. To enroll in an FEHB plan, all new hires must complete and submit the Health Benefits Election Form (SF-2809) within 60 days of their Entrance on Duty (EOD) date.

Health Benefits Election Form (SF-2809)

The plan chosen, will come into effect on the first day of the pay period following the form's processing.

Choosing a Plan

To find information on available FEHB plans, visit the Plan Comparison Tool. The comparison tool allows you to quickly compare plan pricing and benefits. Note that the tool should be used to for information purposes only.

OPM recommends reviewing the individual FEHB plan brochure prior to making a final enrollment decision.

Plan Termination/Temporary Continuation of Coverage

At the end of your appointment, your FEHB plan will terminate 30 days after your close of business (COB) date.

You may opt to enroll in a Temporary Continuation of Coverage (TCC) Program once coverage ends for a maximum of 18 months. The cost of the TCC program is equal to both the employee and employer premiums plus a 2% administration fee.

Temporary Continuation of Coverage Pamphlet | OPM

Questions?

Employees joining the National Park Service should explore opportunities for obtaining Health, Life, and Retirement benefits offered to the federal workforce. As a new Federal employee, your eligibility varies depending on your type of appointment. To determine your eligibility or to find out additional information regarding your benefits, please contact your local Servicing Human Resources Office (SHRO) or the centralized Benefits Branch located in Colorado at 1-877-642-4743.

Other Resources

NPS Benefits Info

OPM Federal Employee Health Benefits Overview