Debarment from the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program

Debarment by U.S. Office of Personnel Management from participation as a health care provider in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP), under the authority of 5 U.S.C. 8902a and implementing regulations at 5 CFR Part 890, Subpart J. Debarred providers are prohibited from receiving payment, directly or indirectly, from FEHBP funds for items or services furnished to an employee, annuitant, family member, or former spouse covered by a health benefits plan described by 5 U.S.C. 8903 or section 8903a. Debarments are for a specified period as determined by the OPM. However, all termination dates are listed as "Indefinite" (Indef.), because OPM must approve a reinstatement application before the provider may resume participation in the FEHBP.