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![]() Highly recommend. They took the time even when it was the busiest time of year for health insurance. They explained the details patiently to help stream the process painlessly. -Gina D Gina D Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 5
2019-01-07T11:44:48-05:00 Gina D https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9869/ A.L. Verna & CompanyWe thought we had a good broker until we met Ed and the team. They helped us avoid making a mistake that would have cost us thousands more. Thanks Ed!-Paul Verna, President ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T10:08:29-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/a-l-verna-company/ I was referred to this firm by a friend and they are the best of the best. I started working with Patty who was excellent in navigating me through a family health insurance plan. Now it’s time to build a group health plan for my business and working with Ed who spared a lot of time with me to get grounded on what to expect. These guys know premier customer service. Highly recommend this gem of a company! ![]() Jason Jason W Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2021-10-27T18:19:28-04:00 Jason W https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19515/ Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2017-12-31T09:25:42-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/in-this-crazy-world-of-health-insurance-mania-its-helpful-to-have-someone-to-put-things-into-perspective/ We have used and have referred many of our clients to Ed MacConnell and his team at Total Benefit Solutions. In the complicated health insurance market of today’s world Ed makes selecting and managing health insurance as simple as possible. Time and time again, Total Benefit Solutions has been able to find cost effective quality health insurance for us and our clients. I highly recommend Total Benefit Solutions for all your health insurance needs.Joseph Pintimalli CPP Presient Simplifi Payroll & HR ![]() Joseph P Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2017-04-13T12:03:33-04:00 Joseph P https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/4927/ LTW Gentec Your team and your approach to service are the best! Thank you for helping us every year with our benefit programs!-Matt Deeter, President LTW Gentec ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-25T18:26:29-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/ltw-gentec/ Prodigy Learning Center "Hi Ed, I just wanted to let you know how great Rochelle has been with our insurance issues. She has been so helpful to me. I don’t know if people take the time to tell you when your staff is doing a great job, but I wanted to let you know. She is great!! Thanks. "Christine Viteo, R.N. Executive Director, Prodigy Learning Center Philadelphia. ![]()
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https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/prodigy-learning-center/ Cardinal International Grooving & Grinding You and your staff have been nothing short of terrific in handling our medical insurance coverage, changes and renewals.-Linda Organski, Director of Human Resources ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:59:36-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/cardinal-international-grooving-grinding/ over and above the call of duty![]() Over the years Ed and his crew have gone over and above the call of duty to assist me with my health insurance needs. They have perfect amount of patience needed to help healthcare novices like me. I highly recommend Total Benefits. Don’t delay! Call today! ![]() Amy H Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2017-12-31T09:14:39-05:00 Amy H https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/over-and-above-the-call-of-duty/
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Amy H Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2018-05-29T09:40:21-04:00 Amy H https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/7924/ Solomon Bread & Rolls/Kaplan’s Bakery I have been using Ed MacConnell & EMA Group Inc (Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) as my insurance brokers for over 20 years. I would never think of going anywhere else!Jeff Solomon-President ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:35:50-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/solomon-bread-rollskaplans-bakery/ Associated Printing & Graphics Ed is our medical benefits insurance agent. Ed and his staff have provided terrific service and cost effective options year after year. He really cares about providing the best coverage for his clientele. I highly recommend the Total Benefit Solutions, Inc. for all your group medical insurance needs! Don Rubin-President of Associated Printing & Graphics ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-02-02T13:47:26-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/associated-printing-graphics/ Grossman Public Relations As the principal in a small firm, nothing can drain me of productive time then handling our insurance renewal each year. But since 2002 we have worked closely with the (Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) who have brought a dedication to the task I had not previously seen. In fact, because of following your advice, I was able to get the top notch specialty medical care I required, where I wanted it and when I needed it most. I can’t thank you enough!Lou Grossman-President ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:49:33-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/grossman-public-relations/
Molly K Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2019-01-07T13:05:55-05:00 Molly K https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9882/ Zola Makrauer DMD Ed is an expert in health insurance. I am a health care provider myself and I know how difficult this business can be. He is knowledgeable with all of the health insurance companies in our area. If you are looking for health insurance I would not pass up Ed for a quote he is great for single plans as well as plans for groups for business owners. Zola Makrauer DMD ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-02-09T07:53:06-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/zola-makrauer-dmd/ ![]() There aren’t enough words to describe how amazing Ed and Patty are. Not only are they wonderful people, they are amazing insurance agents.-MollyThomas Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 5
2022-02-06T17:13:26-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/21355/ Terry Farber I have relied on the expertise of Ed MacConnell and his staff for assistance in choosing the best health care plans for me and my husband for the past several years. I highly recommend Total Benefit Solutions, Inc., for your health care planning needs.-Terry Farber, Elder Law Attorney ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2016-07-14T18:19:34-04:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/terry-farber/
Reita B Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2018-05-29T09:45:52-04:00 Reita B https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/7927/ Greenwood Financial Services I use Ed MacConnell for my company's health insurance needs and for my group short term disability policies. He is a true expert and has saved me large sums of money on my premiums!![]() -Bob Lankin, Branch Manager at Greenwood Financial Services of Raymond James Financial Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 4
2015-02-27T13:37:43-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bob-lankin/ Sales Pros 4 Hire Especially thank you for helping my wife and I sail through the new Affordable Care Act. You and your team made the complicated seem simple and select the plan best suited for our health insurance needs. Thanks!Mike Hilbert, President, Sales Pros 4 Hire ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 5
2015-02-02T21:04:03-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/sales-pros-4-hire/ Caddick Construction I endorse Ed MacConnell and (Total Benefit Solutions, Inc.) as our insurance broker and encourage you to speak with them about your own benefits. Ed has been handling ours for over ten years now and they always have a creative solution to anything our insurer throws our way!David Caddick, President of Caddick Construction ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T10:00:30-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/caddick-construction/
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When we hired EMA we discovered that we could save money and also reduce our premiums. Each year when we review our renewal, Ed always finds a way to keep our costs down, and often our benefits up. Thank you Ed MacConnell and EMA Group Inc!(Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) Bill Rickett, Executive Director
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T10:01:55-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bucks-county-tma/ Stephen Forbus Ed, thanks for helping me solve the ACA puzzle. After multiple problems with the site and with the operators, you got me a bigger savings than I was able to get on my own, and saved me over $2,250! Thank you!Stephen Forbus ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:23:16-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/stephen-forbus/ BKZ Contractors Inc. I found out the hard way what having the wrong coverage can truly cost. Even though I had insurance I found out later that my child’s birth was not covered and I had to pay 100% of the costs. After that I found the guys at EMA (Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) and Ed found me a plan that was not only better, the premiums were lower as well. Thanks again!Brian Zeldes, President BKZ Contractors Inc. ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 5
2015-01-26T10:02:52-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bkz-contractors-inc/ Perfect Move Inc Amber and the team have been nothing short of amazing. Each year they take the time to explain changes in my benefits and rates, and when I call with a question, I usually get an immediate answer.Bob Simons, Vice President of Perfect Move, Inc. ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-25T18:37:43-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/perfect-move-inc/
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Renie C Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2021-10-28T17:39:26-04:00 Renie C https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19531/ Bonnie Greisler Thank you for taking great care of me- and my son! You guided us to workable medical insurance plans, I am very appreciative for your expertise and knowledge!- Bonnie Greisler., President of The Men and Boy's Store, Huntingdon Valley PA ![]() Bonnie Greisler, President of The Men and Boy's Store Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2016-02-08T09:59:24-05:00 Bonnie Greisler, President of The Men and Boy's Store https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bonnie-greisler/ Thank you and your staff for getting back to me so quickly with a resolution to our problem. Yes, You guys are great!Lisa K, President Angelmark Associates ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-19T09:35:32-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/angelmark-associates/ Chris Handley I work with dozens of insurance brokers in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Personally, I have never met a health insurance broker who cares more about his clients. Ed is always looking for innovative ways to provide his clients the highest quality coverage, and at prices that are affordable. Ed is one of the few people that I would trust to provide my own family with insurance.Chris Handley, Account Executive Savoy & Associates (United Healthcare) ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-02-02T21:00:40-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/chris-handley/ Netstride Internet Solutions The daunting landscape of health insurance is difficult for any business owner or individual to navigate. Ed and his team make the process really easy. We’ve been with Total Benefit Solutions Inc. for many years, and we recently decided to switch our plans. Both Ed and Amber spent time walking us through the various options, including the pros and cons of each plan and answered countless questions. Their patient guidance allowed us to pick a plan that we feel best meets the needs of our business and employees.Gregory Tarallo, President Netstride Internet Solutions ![]()
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https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/netstride-internet-solutions/ AquaReale Ed and his team promised us great service and they have delivered. Ed takes the time to answer every question one might have and makes sure we are getting the most for our money. I would highly recommend Total Benefit Solutions Inc. to any small business looking for the best health insurance plan they can get. -Laura Reale, AquaReale Inc![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T10:06:28-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/aquareale/ Riverside Physical Therapy I strongly recommend the team at Total Benefit Solutions Inc. for handling your health insurance and benefits. I’d never switch!Joe Tomasetti, President Riverside Physical Therapy ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:43:27-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/riverside-physical-therapy/ Coburn Myers Fastening Systems This was an excellent interview (http://www.moneychattoday.com ) and Ed clearly demonstrated his knowledge on the issues. I am glad we chose you as our broker.Ted Harp, Controller ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:57:44-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/coburn-myers-fastening-systems/ Greater Philadelphia Abstract Ed and his team are an invaluable resource always available to answer questions/concerns.Susan Harrison, Principal, Greater Philadelphia Abstract Agency ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-02-02T21:00:44-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/greater-philadelphia-abstract/ Brittany B Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2021-10-28T16:40:58-04:00 Brittany B https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19526/ The Gannon Agency “Thanks again for the top notch service that you have provided to my office and to my customers that I have referred to you. Total Benefit Solutions is the best!”.Steve Gannon, President , The Gannon Agency ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-24T20:54:15-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/the-gannon-agency/ Excel Capital Funding I knew you were the best. Thank you very much for all your help with my benefits!Ricky Boone, President-Excel Capital Funding LLC ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:51:33-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/excel-capital-funding/ I am so grateful for the amazing service!![]() I was completely lost when looking for new health insurance. I called several brokers, and none would take the time to explain everything to me. He took his time and explained everything to me and answered every question I asked, without sounding annoyed. I am so grateful for the amazing service! I highly recommend! Franklin S ![]() Franklin S Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2017-12-31T09:21:57-05:00 Franklin S https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/i-am-so-grateful-for-the-amazing-service/ S&S Sign Company I just received a refund check today from Aetna for our Hailey’s emergency claim. Thank you and your staff for all your help in getting this matter resolved, otherwise I may have just given up!Gina Seibel, Vice President S&S Signs ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:26:57-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/ss-sign-company/ Bruce McIntyre Ed, and his group, is perhaps the most knowledgeable in PA for healthcare. Note that while Ed has major misgivings with ACA, he has taken the time to read the legislation, and to understand it's implications, and to provide advice to his customers based on reality, not some right or left wing fantasy. If you want actual information on healthcare, talk to Ed and his group.-Bruce McIntyre![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:24:16-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bruce-mcintyre/ Total Child Care I'm writing to apologize and to express my dismay and regret for switching from your firm last year. What a gargantuan mistake that was! To recount the horrors of dealing with the firm we switched to would only cause me to relive them, something I'm not willing to do (at this point). What do I have to do to get back with you guys? Pete Altman, CEO ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-24T21:15:08-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/total-child-care/
![]() Adam F Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2019-01-07T13:15:39-05:00 Adam F https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9886/ Dr Franklin Strong![]() Thank you for you great assistance and explanations through this insurance maze for Nancy and I….click here to read the letter from Dr Strong ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:53:00-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/dr-franklin-strong/ David Fiebert Inc We have been working with (Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) since we decided to start our own company benefit plan. Ed and his team took the time to answer each question along the way, and advised us about the challenges even before they happened. The support provided to us was invaluable in many aspects of running our company, not just getting the benefits installed. In retrospect I cannot imagine how any small business could complete the process on their own without creating more problems for themselves. It could have been an enormous headache, but instead it was smooth from beginning to end. Thanks!-David Fiebert, President ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:55:24-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/david-fiebert-inc/ Christine Taylor![]() I have been working with Ed and his team for a few years now and their level of professionalism as well as timeliness never fails, even when it is late into the night at times. Thank you all for making this process smooth & easy which would certainly not be the case on my own .Christine Taylor: Self Employed Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2016-02-06T12:43:18-05:00 Christine Taylor: Self Employed https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/christine-taylor/ John K Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2019-01-07T13:03:42-05:00 John K https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9881/ Bucks County Women’s Healthcare Our ten employee medical practice had a large well known insurance broker for years. We always assumed we were receiving the best service. Total Benefit Solutions Inc. came in and left no stone unturned in their evaluation. The savings they provided was equal to 50% of what we were previously paying. In addition we wound up with better medical and dental plans and an overall enhanced benefit program. We couldn’t be more thrilled with the services of Total Benefit Solutions, Inc. Thanks Ed!”-Carmela Gabrieli Controller, Bucks County Women's Healthcare ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-24T20:23:05-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bucks-county-womens-healthcare/ Ace Childcare “Ed is not only knowledgable about what he does, he educates his clients along the way.When starting my first company Ed was there from beginning to end. Ed is a valued business associate and friend. When you hire Ed he becomes your partner every step of the way!”David Ozeroff, President Ace Childcare Inc. ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-24T20:21:15-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/ace-childcare/ Pete’s Clown House Luncheonette Ed MacConnell and his team make me feel like I’m their only customer! Whenever I need help they’re ready, willing and able. It makes it easier to focus more on keeping my restaurant profitable and smooth.Ron Bordone-President ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:44:33-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/petes-clown-house-luncheonette/ Damar Communications When I needed to offer health benefits options, Total Benefit Solutions was there with a list of options and explanations that made what seemed like a daunting myriad of choices into a simple process. Thanks Ed!”Dave Margolis, President Damar Communications: ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:56:29-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/damar-communications/ Travel Wizards Even though I have met many insurance brokers over the years, I’ve found Ed MacConnell and his staff at (Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) to be the best. Thoughtful, informative and professional. They reduced my premiums significantly while at the same time getting me a better benefit. Thanks Ed!Arlene Blosch, President ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-01-26T09:41:26-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/travel-wizards/
Joyce C Joyce C Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2021-10-28T17:34:33-04:00 Joyce C https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19529/ American Dream Financing I have worked with Ed and (Total Benefit Solutions) EMA Benefits many times in the past. Ed and his office staff give GREAT service and always provide great rates. I have also referred many friends and family to Ed and EMA and those referrals were always taken care of and happy after they signed up. If your ever looking for insurance, think of them!Brett Stern, Principal-American Dream Financing ![]() Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits 2015-02-02T21:00:54-05:00 https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/american-dream-financing/ Kris Kreisher
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