Medicare primary payer rules are complicated. Especially when it comes to different employer sizes and special circumstances like End Stage Renal Disease and disabilities. Coverage issues can be significantly complex when mixing Medicare and employer coverage, or individual coverage for those who are early Medicare enrollees.
Chances are, if you are already enrolled on Medicare, AND you are getting bills from providers, you are already experiencing these problems, or you are encountering a coordination of benefits issue.
It’s always best to speak to a professional when encountering these problems, most especially a health insurance professional. If at all possible, before getting enrolled on Medicare. The documents below may help provide some guidance on these concerns.
We also recommend having a personal health advocate who can guide you through this complex maze of Medicare coverage twists and turns. Click here to get your own Personal Health Advocate with our Benefit Aid Select benefit bundle.
As always, contact your Total Benefit Solutions account manager at (215)355-2121 to answer any questions or address any concerns.
Ed and his staff were very helpful in getting me through the open enrollment process and answered my mother's questions with her Medicare enrollment. Most companies are only a phone call away, if you call during normal business hours. Ed responded to my questions and was very helpful when I sent a message over the weekend. Amazing customer service! -Fibrenew Lower Bucks
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T12:09:49-05:00
Fibrenew
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9873/
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/
Ed and his team have been great with finding us the right health insurance plans at the right price. He is always available to answer questions and works with us to achieve our goals. -Adam F
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T13:15:39-05:00
Adam F
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9886/
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/
I’ve been working with Total Benefits Solutions for many years now. Every year they run the numbers for comparison of the prescription plans available to supplement my Medicare plan. She does a fantastic job, even recommending plans that don’t work with brokers (no commission to them). (they) found health care plans for me before I went on Medicare as well. Do yourself a favor. Call them. You will be glad you did! -Brenda M
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2021-10-27T18:15:41-04:00
Brenda M
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19514/
Please call Total Benefit Solutions it's free and experienced health insurance people help you 215 355 2121 ask for Maureen!
Joyce C
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2021-10-28T17:34:33-04:00
Joyce C
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19529/
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/
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/
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/
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!
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/
Many thanks to Maureen at Total Benefit Solutions, Inc for her patience, professionalism and thoroughness--she made the somewhat scary process of getting a Medicare supplement for my husband and me so much easier and less stressful!
Renie C
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2021-10-28T17:39:26-04:00
Renie C
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19531/
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/
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/
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
2022-02-06T17:13:26-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/21355/
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/
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T13:03:42-05:00
John K
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9881/
The staff at Total Benefit Solutions are knowledgeable and helpful. They've been a great partner to help me navigate health insurance for my senior mother. Anytime I've had a question or concern, Ed has been there to consult with and offer advice.
I highly recommend them! -Deb H
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T13:08:47-05:00
Deb H
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9884/
Sign-A-Rama-Feasterville
“Each year they shop to find me the best prices on my health insurance. And any time there has been a problem, one call to (Total Benefit Solutions Inc.) has resolved everything. Thanks!”Bob Flemming, President
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T09:35:02-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/sign-a-rama-feasterville/
Ed and his team put up with all my health insurance panic and drama! In this crazy world of health insurance mania, it's helpful to have someone to put things into perspective - and find you coverage you can live with.
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/
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T11:57:50-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9870/
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/
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
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2021-10-27T18:19:28-04:00
Jason W
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19515/
Beth Sholom Congregation
"Ed takes the time each year to review our current plans, our goals for the future evaluate our options and explain all of the choices thoroughly.Harvey Friedrich, Executive Director, Beth Sholom Congregation
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T10:04:53-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/beth-sholom-congregation/
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
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-25T18:31:43-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/netstride-internet-solutions/
Tristar Lighting
Your service and responsiveness is incredible. I’ve never had a better insurance broker!David Zarrinnia, President
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T09:38:35-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/tristar-lighting/
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/
Helped our family with all the switching around, so we where never without health insurance benefits or lacked in care.
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T13:05:55-05:00
Molly K
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9882/
Through all my health insurance ups and downs through various degrees of employment, changes, marketplace changes, and medical needs, Ed and his team have kept me informed and sane through the constantly changing process. I honestly don’t know what I would do without them to call on when I am in an insurance panic! Even when they have no financial incentive, they are always there to help me!
-Paige W.
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2019-01-07T12:00:37-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/9871/
Highly recommend Total Benefit Solutions... unbelievable great service
David M
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2021-10-28T17:31:47-04:00
David M
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19528/
Media Components
Ed MacConnell always strives to go one step ahead of the competition by providing superb customer service at his firm. His personality and friendly approach to all challenges make him stand out from other Insurance Brokers. Ed is a true networking guru and community benefactor and I would recommend his services to all of my friends and colleagues.”Denis Sinelkov-President Media Components
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-24T21:02:49-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/media-components/
Wolf Island Networks
It has been an excellent experience getting health insurance from Total Benefit Solutions Inc. You and your staff are most professional and very responsive.”John Rodia, President
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T09:37:07-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/wolf-island-networks/
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
.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/
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/
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/
Ed MacConnell with Total Benefit Solutions on Street Rd is great- highly recommend contacting him!
Brittany B
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2021-10-28T16:40:58-04:00
Brittany B
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/19526/
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/
"Kim went above and beyond in helping find a new individual medical insurance plan for me. We met in person to go over all the questions I had about the different types of plans and how they worked. I felt really taken care of."
-Margaret F.
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2018-07-31T12:50:58-04:00
Margaret F
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/8342/
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/
RMS Services
Your help saved us thousands of dollars on our renewal. Plus you took the time to explain the benefits to us and our staff, which in itself is an invaluable service. Thanks again!Frank McCafferty, President
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T09:42:41-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/rms-services/
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/
Travel Authority
Ed, you and your team have done it once again. Thanks for taking the time to come onsite and meet with us and our staff to help us understand the new HRA benefit. As always you have gone above and beyond the call. Thank you!
Barry Gerber, President
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T09:40:34-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/travel-authority/
CBDI, Inc
Ed is the most innovative and communication oriented broker that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He has the most sophisticated software to service his client book of business, so that he doesn't miss a beat! Ed and I have worked together on many presentations and with various associations. He shares a true passion for helping clients small and large, which I do not find in many brokers. He is a dedicated member of the Board at the Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce, not to mention his many public service roles in Rotary, etc...I admire his ability to find time to help so many people!Amy Murray Hyde, Account Representative, CBDI, Inc.
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-02-02T21:00:34-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/cbdi-inc/
Bryan Perchick
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T10:07:47-05:00
-Bryan Perchick
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bryan-perchick/
" I called with a quick question about my health insurance coverage and your answer saved me over $2600 with one call. You were right. Thanks again for the great advice! "
Jeff G, President Nozak Enterprises, DBA Supercuts
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-25T18:33:50-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/nozak-enterprises/
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/
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
2015-01-26T10:02:52-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/bkz-contractors-inc/
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/
Shevlin Investments
Ed and my account manager make me feel like their biggest, most important client each time I call. You can’t ask for more than that!Barry Shevlin, President
Total Benefit Solutions Inc Health Insurance and Benefits
2015-01-26T09:34:11-05:00
https://totalbenefits.net/testimonials/shevlin-investments/
Art 4 Business
"Since Ed and his team at started handling our account, we have saved money each year, and help is only a quick phone call away."Heather Gibson, COO, Art 4 Business Inc