Let's get you enrolled with G.E.H.A dental benefits
Already have G.E.H.A coverage you like? You don't have to do anything to renew your plan.
If you're new to us or want to make changes, follow our simple step-by-step process — and you're covered.
Let our benefits experts help you choose a G.E.H.A plan that can work for you.
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By phone: Available 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET
Live chat: Available 8 a.m.–7 p.m. ET
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Health questions: 1-800-821-6136
Dental questions: 1-877-434-2336
New to G.E.H.A?
To make your dental plan selection, learn more at BENEFEDS.gov. Outside of Open Season, new federal employees have 60 days from their hire or eligibility date to enroll in a Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) dental plan. Other special circumstances may allow you to enroll or change your FEDVIP coverage outside of Open Season.
How to enroll in a dental plan
One easy step
Federal employees, federal retirees, retired uniformed service members and their families can sign up for G.E.H.A Connection Dental Federal by contacting BENEFEDS. The secure BENEFEDS portal includes an online tutorial to direct you through the enrollment process. It also offers frequently asked questions and online help.
After you enroll, G.E.H.A will send you:
- Your dental plan ID card
Get help from a federal benefits expert.
Talk with a FedViser to help you choose the plan that works for you.
Monday–Friday
By phone: Available 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Eastern time
Live chat: Available 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Eastern time
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Choose the plan that’s right for you
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Already a G.E.H.A member?
Need help with changes?
Our Customer Care team can help with:
- ID cards (replacements or temporary cards)
- Requests for information, forms, brochures, etc.

