From the CEO – July 2025
This year, July brings changes for many of you. Some may be facing a change in employment status, either a transition to retirement or a separation from federal employment. Please take a look at my email from June 27 for more information about how these changes may affect your federal health benefits.
For others, July will mean the start of PCS season or some time for personal travel. Juggling work responsibilities with summer fun can sometimes be tricky. That’s why making the most of your benefits, especially massage therapy benefits, is a great idea this month!
Special Message to Members
We have received a number of questions in recent weeks from members who are facing changes in their federal employment. I wanted to take the opportunity to provide some clarity on how your health insurance coverage is affected by retirement or separation.
FSBP Expands Services with Meditar
The Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) expanded the direct billing arrangement with Meditar in Argentina to add preventive care and maternity services.
From the CEO – June 2025
With June upon us, we acknowledge two significant themes: Men’s Health Month and Pride Month. This occasion presents an excellent opportunity to encourage men to prioritize their health and well-being while supporting the LGBTQ+ community. AFSPA offers a wealth of valuable resources, ways to assist you in your wellness journey while being rewarded, and ways to navigate the complexities of the federal landscape. Together, let’s strive to promote health and acceptance so we can live and feel better together.
Book an In-Person Appointment with Us
We have developed a tool to assist you in scheduling in-person appointments with us. This guarantees that you connect with the most suitable AFSPA team member to meet your needs.
AFSPA Announces Exclusive Senior Term Life Insurance Plan for Members Aged 65-74
The American Foreign Service Protective Association (AFSPA) is excited to announce the launch of Senior Term Life, a Group Term Life Insurance coverage provided through Prudential Insurance Company of America, exclusively available to AFSPA members aged 65 to 74.
From the CEO – May 2025
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Here at AFSPA, we have always prioritized mental health as part of your overall health. This is especially true during these uncertain times.
From the CEO – April 2025
Spring is a time for new beginnings, and here at AFSPA, we’re working to bring you some new, exciting ways to interact with us!
FSBP Partners with Shenyang Deji Hospital – H’Image Doctor
The Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) proudly welcomes our newest direct billing partner, Shenyang Deji Hospital – H’Image Doctor, located in Shenyang, China.
From the CEO – March 2025
We are looking forward to our upcoming Annual Member Meeting on March 7, 2025 at 11 a.m. ET. We will be hosting this as a hybrid event again this year. Our keynote address about cardiodiabesity – a hybrid term that describes the relationship between obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease – and its treatment options, such as popular GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, has garnered a lot of interest. We will also have partners on location and available virtually to directly answer questions related to cardiodiabesity care options and other programs and coverage from the Foreign Service Benefit Plan and our Ancillary Insurance Programs. If you were not able to register prior to registration closing, we will be posting a recording of the event on our YouTube channel @afspacares.
