We've updated this article to include the most up-to-date information on applying for FERS/OPM Federal Disability Retirement in 2026. If you're a federal employee who has a medical condition that prevents you from performing “useful and efficient” service in...
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Receiving a Mental Health Diagnosis as a Special Provisions Employee
If you are a federal employee struggling with your mental health, you may be apprehensive about telling your agency. We understand how scary it can be to realize you have a mental health condition or be diagnosed with a mental health condition. It can affect...
What is FERS Special Provisions Retirement?
If you are a special provisions employee, there are some important things that you need to know about FERS special provisions retirement. In this article, we will discuss the requirements for special provisions retirement and the benefits that come along with being...
Should I Retire Early or Go on Federal Disability Retirement?
This is a question that we see all the time. Federal employees who are eligible for an early MRA+ 10 retirement wonder why they should go through the trouble of applying for Federal Disability Retirement when they could just retire now. But Federal Disability...
Calculating FERS Disability Retirement
Are you a federal employee who is struggling in your job due to a medical condition? You may be eligible for FERS Disability Retirement, a benefit hidden in your FERS retirement that can allow you to retire now while continuing your federal benefits and receiving a...
How Military Buy Back Affects Your Federal Disability Retirement
If you are a military veteran who has entered the federal workforce, you may want to buy back your military time as it could significantly benefit your future. Buying back your military years can increase your creditable years of service, which can increase your...
How Federal Disability Retirement Affects Your Thrift Savings Plan
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) plays a significant role in your federal retirement. You have been investing in it for years and now you're hoping it adds to the financial security you need for the rest of your life. But what if you are disabled and must apply for...
OPM Medical Reviews: What You Need to Know
If you were approved for Federal Disability Retirement, congratulations! You have successfully secured your future. But you are not completely in the clear. Once approved for Federal Disability Retirement, you will be subject to OPM medical reviews. This is an annual...
Breaking Down the SF 3107
Are you a federal employee looking to retire? If so, you should be familiar with the SF 3107. We want your retirement process to be as simple as possible so that you don’t have to stress, but these forms can be overwhelming and downright confusing to fill out. In...
Understanding the Applicant’s Statement of Disability
When you apply for Federal Disability Retirement, one of the most important pieces of your application is your disability statement. This statement will be used by the OPM to make a decision on your case, so it is crucial that you write it carefully and accurately. In...
What Happens After Approval For Federal Disability Retirement?
Did you receive an approval for Federal Disability Retirement? Congratulations! Being approved for disability retirement can be bittersweet. On one hand, you’re in a position you never thought you’d be in. On the other, a new opportunity has arisen and now you must...
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Federal Disability Retirement
If you are applying for Federal Disability Retirement, it’s important to understand the role your doctor plays in the process. Your medical provider will be responsible for providing detailed medical documentation to support your case and show that you’re not able to perform the duties of your position.
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