Medical Plan Update: FCPS conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) process this fall for providing medical and vision benefits for active and retired employees. The Insurance Council and staff recommended the contract be awarded to CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield effective July 1, 2025. The Board of Education approved this contract at their January 22, 2025, meeting. Retirees who have medical/vision benefits with FCPS can plan to continue receiving these benefits through CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield.

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CareFirst BurnAlong®: Program This complimentary program for FCPS medical plan participants features 1,000’s of online classes for all ages, interests and levels to help achieve your health and wellness goals. There are 70+ wellness categories spanning physical, mental and financial wellness. If you don’t have an account, visit https://join.burnalong.com/fcps to activate an account.

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Medicare Changes for 2025: The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B enrollees is $185.00 for 2025. Medicare premiums are income-based. 

 

The Medicare annual deductible for 2025 is now $257, and this deductible reset on January 1, 2025. The medical deductible must be paid before medical claims are paid by CareFirst. The Delta Dental deductible also reset on January 1, 2025.