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FAQs: Allotment Changes
- How do I make an allotment change?
- Where do I send my signed Form 1199A?
- When do I need to change my allotment?
- What are the allotment/premium age bands?
- Does my allotment change if I just had a birthday but I’m in the same age band?
- How do I change my premium if my recent birthday moves me to the next age band?
How do I make an allotment change?
Contact the FEDERAL FIRST Service Center here to request a new Direct Deposit Sign-Up Form 1199A.
Where do I send my signed Form 1199A?
Send your signed Form 1199A to your payroll servicing personnel. If you have access to Employee Express or similar self-service payroll program, you may input/update your allotment information yourself. Do not return your signed Form 1199A to the FEDERAL FIRST Service Center as this will delay processing your allotment.
When do I need to change my allotment?
You need to change your allotment if:
- You have a birthday that moves you into the next age band.
- You increase or decrease coverage amounts.
- You add or change the amount of your spouse and dependent children coverage.
- You cancel coverage.
What are the allotment/premium age bands?
For active employees
| Under age 25 | 50-54 |
| 25-29 | 55-59 |
| 30-34 | 60-64 |
| 35-39 | 65-69 |
| 40-44 | 70 and above |
| 45-49 |
For employees who retire with coverage in-force:
| 50-64 | |
| 65-74 | |
| 75 and above |
Does my allotment change if I just had a birthday but I’m in the same age band?
No. Your allotment only adjusts for age when you move from one age band to the next. For example, a participating employee who turns 35 next year will move to the age band including that age. FEDERAL FIRST will send a new Direct Deposit Form 1199A to increase their adjustment.
Does my allotment change if my recent birthday moves me into the next age band?
FEDERAL FIRST will automatically send you a new Direct Deposit Form 1199A along with instructions for processing.
How do I change my premium if my recent birthday moved me to the next age band?
The FEDERAL FIRST Service Center will automatically send you a new Direct Deposit Form 1199A and instructions for processing.
