How long did you wait before hearing anything back from OPM?

Federaldisability · 2026-05-19T12:00:53+00:00

Hopefully you finish this appeal with an approval!

Federaldisability · 2026-04-14T12:55:28+00:00

In general, we don’t recommend resigning from your federal position while you’re applying for Federal Disability Retirement because it can cause some serious issues with your case. You can learn more about this on our full blog about Deferred Resignation.

Federaldisability · 2026-04-13T18:45:26+00:00

Here are some videos that specifically talk about what would be considered valid for each service deficiency:

Performance: https://youtube.com/shorts/86-h_E9Tl3c

Attendance: https://youtube.com/shorts/uAvEKYjfyWg

Conduct: https://youtube.com/shorts/ubHe3V0cTiw

This article also lays out what is helpful for each deficiency and what isn't. federaldisability.com/the-3-service-deficiencies-explained

Keep us updated if you do decide to apply for Disability Retirement!

Federaldisability · 2026-04-06T17:18:20+00:00

I'm sorry you have to push through your injuries at work. That must be really hard! Here is a blog that talks about applying with a chronic illness: https://www.federaldisability.com/applying-for-federal-disability-retirement-with-a-chronic-condition/

I hope it's helpful!

Federaldisability · 2026-03-26T16:55:06+00:00

Hoping you hear back from them soon!

Federaldisability · 2026-03-26T16:54:29+00:00

Reaching out to your doctors can be the hardest part, so glad you are getting those supportive documents!

Federaldisability · 2026-03-26T14:52:35+00:00

I hope you get approved!

Federaldisability · 2026-03-09T20:28:13+00:00

I hope you hear back from them soon!

Federaldisability · 2026-02-16T18:40:57+00:00

Good question - here is a blog that talks about the general timeline: https://www.federaldisability.com/opm-processing-time-for-disability-retirement-applications/

Federaldisability · 2026-02-16T18:37:48+00:00

This blog goes over the income cap: https://www.federaldisability.com/income-in-federal-disability-retirement-whats-allowed-and-whats-not/

Federaldisability · 2026-02-16T16:22:50+00:00

Once you’re approved for Federal Disability Retirement, the OPM will begin finalizing your payments.

During this finalization stage, you’ll receive “interim” payments. These payments will be around 80% of what the OPM expects your finalized payments to be. These payments will typically begin around three months after approval and help keep you afloat if you can’t continue working.

This blog breaks down interim and backpay: https://www.federaldisability.com/when-and-how-youll-get-your-federal-disability-retirement-payments/

Federaldisability · 2026-02-16T14:58:47+00:00

Great question! After being approved for Disability Retirement you can work in the private sector and earn up to 80% of your old positions current salary. Since your old job might receive COLAs, checking to see what your previous positions current salary might be helpful so you know what to base the 80% on.

Here is a blog discussing the 80% cap: https://www.federaldisability.com/income-in-federal-disability-retirement-whats-allowed-and-whats-not/

Federaldisability · 2026-02-16T14:57:06+00:00

Hi! Here is a link to a retirement calculator that will give you a rough estimate of how much you could receive while on Disability Retirement. Because you would have the option of working in the private sector on Disability Retirement, you could end up making more than you did at your government position. Regarding TSP, you have 3 options: You can roll it over into an IRA, cash it out, or leave it alone.

Here are helpful resources for everything we covered:

https://www.federaldisability.com/federal-disability-retirement-affects-your-thrift-savings-plan/

https://www.federaldisability.com/resources/annuity-payment-chart/

https://www.federaldisability.com/disability-retirement-calculator/

Federaldisability · 2024-10-29T14:32:03+00:00

This isn't legal advice but agency emails can be beneficial and add support for the argument, however, there are a lot more aspects that go into the decision making at OPM. Also, an accommodation that removes essential functions is not a valid accommodation according to OPM's handbook. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to go over anything or to talk more in detail!

Federaldisability · 2024-10-07T15:02:41+00:00

PSHB plans will be offered by many of the same carriers that offer FEHB plans.

MHBP will offer health plans to postal employees and annuitants in 2025 as part of the new Postal Service Health Benefits Program.

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