Welcome Federal Employees | New Employee Resources

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Congrats – Welcome to the site

Voiceover:
Hey, you made it.

First off, congrats on the new job!

Now it’s time to choose a new health plan to go along with it.

Remember, you’ve got 60 days to make a decision.

The clock is ticking and I’m sure you’re eager to get going, so we won’t bore you with a whole bunch about ourselves right now... but... we will say this...

if you haven’t heard of Aetna, you should definitely dig a little deeper, talk to your friends, ask a coworker and check us out.

We’ve been around since 1853, have over 23 million members and provide access to over 1 million health professionals nationwide. Above all, for more than 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to people – just – like – you – working in the federal government.

Now back to your awesome new situation.

On this site (aetnafeds.com) you’ll find information about our medical, dental and vision plans. All designed to give you access to high-quality care, while looking after your financial well-being.

If your new to picking a health plan, or just want a little guided assistance – check out Ask Alex. It's a step-by-step, question and answer tool to help you find the plan that fits for your perconal situation.

Also, be sure to check out the discount programs page on this site. We offer lots of discounts on everyday health needs from eyeglasses to gym memberships to massage therapy.

Lastly, at any point during the process, if you’re ready to make a selection, just hit the “enroll now” button. That will take you to a page with instructions on how to sign up for your new plan.

From all of us at Aetna, cheers to your new job, new opportunities, and a healthy new you.

Welcome new hires!

Congratulations on your recent employment with the Federal Government.

We can help you make sense of all your health plan options and find the plan that’s right for you. We offer:

Affordable plans, including PPO networks, nationwide coverage and no referrals*
Dental/vision benefits and discounts on items to help you stay healthy
Online tools and mobile apps

*Except for our California health maintenance organization (HMO) plan.

Find the right plan for you

Find a doctor with Provider Search

Use the Provider Search directory when you need to search the Aetna network for doctors, labs, hospitals and more.

See if your doctor is in the Aetna network
Remember, using doctors that participate in the Aetna network gives you the most value. Aetna networks are among the largest in the country. So, chances are your doctor is already there. You can check right now!

Step 1: Visit the Provider Search web site and click on “START A NEW SEARCH.”
Step 2: Follow the prompts. You can search by zip code, doctor name, specialty, hospital affiliation, gender — you choose how to search.
Step 3: When prompted for your plan type, select the network based on which plan you’re interested in.

After you enroll, you’ll be able to enter Provider Search through the secure website. Aetna member website prefills your plan information, making your search even easier!

Learn more about your doctor

To make an informed decision, Provider Search® gives you helpful information about a doctor:

Plans accepted
Office locations
Maps and driving directions
Medical school attended
Board certification
Languages spoken

Provider Search is updated six days per week, so you have the latest on participating doctors and facilities.

Plans at a glance

All Aetna plan options and key differences are shown in this easy to read, side-by-side comparison chart.

View the plan comparison chart

Not a member yet?

Take a test run by using “federal3” for the username and password. Visit: Aetna member website now.

All of these online tools are available to our members through Aetna member website:

Cost of Care Tool – find the average price for hospital stays, procedures and prescriptions.
Member Payment Estimator – provides real-time, out-of-pocket estimates for medical expenses based on your Aetna health plan.
Hospital Comparison Tool – compare area hospitals to see how they measure up in quality and treatment for specific procedures.
Personal Health Record – captures important health information in one place, helping you stay healthy with personalized alerts and reminders so you can share your health history with your doctors.
SmartSource – find custom-fit health information, based on your specific condition or symptom, including a list of doctors that treat your condition.

New Hires have 60 days to choose benefits.

Enroll Now

Helpful links:

These links will help you find what you need, fast.

AetnaFedsLive
Provider Search
Aetna Member Website

Take a test run by using “federal3” for the username and password. Visit: Aetna Member Website now
Member perks
Compare plans

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