A low medical loss ratio has helped the plans in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program hold the average 2007 premium increase to 1.8%.
Premiums will hold steady or decline for 63% of FEHBP enrollees and increase 5% or less for another 15%, according to officials at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.
In 2006, the average premium increase was 6.6%.
The total number of plan choices will increase to 284, from 279.
OPM also is adding a voluntary dental and vision benefits program.
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