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Independent · Philadelphia & East Norriton, PA

Employee benefits, simplified — and a partner to call when it matters.

A trusted employee benefits advisor helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify health insurance, control benefits costs, and deliver a better employee experience — through personalized guidance and ongoing support.

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Philadelphia skyline over Center City — Philadelphia Life and Health serves clients across the city and greater region
Our Promise

More than a broker — a long-term benefits partner for your business.

Most brokers disappear after open enrollment. We don't. Philadelphia Life and Health acts as an extension of your team — handling everything from plan selection and employee enrollment to claims advocacy, compliance, and annual renewal strategy. Because your employees deserve more than a policy. They deserve a partner.

  • Independent expertise — objective guidance across multiple carriers.
  • Personalized service — dedicated local support, not a call center.
  • Employee advocacy — hands-on help with claims and enrollment questions.
  • Cost management — strategies to control healthcare costs year over year.
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Rooted in Philadelphia

A hyper-local team with nationwide reach.

Two offices in the greater Philadelphia region, an insurance license in every state, and a hands-on team that shows up in person when it counts. The best of a local advisor, at the scale of a national partner.

From the small businesses lining Chestnut Street to family kitchens in the northwest suburbs, our clients are our neighbors. We know the carriers who work best in the region, the compliance details that trip up out-of-state brokers, and the doctors your team actually wants in-network — because we live and work here, too.

2 officesPhiladelphia, PA · East Norriton, PA
All 50 statesLicensed nationwide — clients supported in every state
Since 2002Locally owned and independently operated
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Our Services

Everything your business needs for employee benefits — under one roof.

From group health plans and ICHRA to payroll, workers' compensation, and HR solutions — we bring it all together so you can focus on running your business.

For Small Business

Group Health & Benefits

Customized group health insurance solutions from top carriers, plus ICHRA plans for flexible, budget-friendly coverage — with enrollment support and renewal strategy built in.

  • Small group & ICHRA plans
  • IBX & multi-carrier comparison
  • Year-round employee advocacy
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For Business Operations

Benefits Admin, HR & Payroll

End-to-end benefits administration on Ease, HR solutions powered by Mineral, payroll processing, and workers' compensation — streamlining operations so your team can focus on what matters most.

  • Benefits administration on Ease
  • HR solutions powered by Mineral & payroll processing
  • Workers' compensation services
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For Individuals & Seniors

Individual, Family & Medicare

Personalized health insurance for individuals and families, plus expert Medicare guidance — enrollment support for Supplement, Advantage, and prescription drug plans.

  • Individual & family health plans
  • Medicare Supplement & Advantage
  • Annual plan reviews
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Why Choose Us

High-touch service that most brokers simply don't offer.

We're not a call center or an online portal. We're a local team that becomes an extension of yours — present for enrollment, renewals, claims, and everything in between.

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Independent benefits expertise

Objective guidance across multiple carriers and plan options — we recommend what fits your business and budget, not what pays us the most.

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Dedicated local service

All customer service and account management is handled by a local member of our staff — same person, every year, for every question.

Rittenhouse Square in Center City Philadelphia — our community

Employee advocacy & cost control

We handle claims issues, enrollment questions, and compliance challenges while helping you design benefits that keep costs manageable year over year.

Case Studies

Real clients. Real problems. Real outcomes.

Three stories of how we helped employers across all 50 states rebuild their benefits — lower cost, better coverage, smoother administration.

36-employee dental group case study
36-Employee Dental Group

Better benefits, lower renewal cost, less burden

Overpaying with a carrier that no longer fit. We moved the practice to a better-aligned carrier, improved benefits, added voluntary coverage at no cost, and reduced the burden on management through hands-on employee support.

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20-person HVAC company case study
20-Person HVAC Company

Helping a growing trade business offer benefits for the first time

No benefits, recruiting pressure, no time to manage rollout. We stepped in as a hands-on partner, guided the office manager, educated employees before the workday began, and launched benefits for the first time.

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Center City Philadelphia — case study: level-funded vs. self-funded plan comparison for a 75-employee services firm
75-Employee Services Firm

Level-funded vs. self-funded — picking the right model

A steep fully-insured renewal. We compared funding models in plain English and recommended a level-funded plan that delivered predictability, claims protection, and year-end refund potential — without self-funded volatility.

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Our Approach

Consult. Design. Manage.

A three-step partnership model that turns a one-time benefits transaction into an ongoing, strategic relationship for your business.

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Consult

We start with a real conversation — no pitch, no pressure. What does your workforce need? What's your budget? What's working now, and what isn't? We listen first.

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Design

We build a customized benefits strategy — comparing carriers, plan designs, ICHRA options, and cost-containment approaches. Side-by-side, in plain English. You decide.

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Manage

Enrollment is just the beginning. We handle ongoing administration, employee advocacy, compliance support, renewals, and strategic reviews — all year, every year.

Who We Serve

Built for small business — and the people who work there.

We specialize in employers with 2–100 employees who want the benefits of a large company's HR team without the overhead. We also serve individuals, families, and Medicare-eligible seniors.

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Small Businesses & Employers

Group health and employee benefits for businesses of any size — but especially small groups.

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Seniors & Retirees

Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and annual reviews for the 65+ community.

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Family at home

Individuals & Families

ACA, dental, vision, life, and short-term coverage for individuals and families across all 50 states.

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Self-Employed & Sole Proprietors

Association health plans that bridge the gap between individual and group markets.

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Carrier & Platform Partners — Group Health, Medicare, Individual & IBX
Independence Blue Cross
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
AmeriHealth
Humana
AARP
Mutual of Omaha
Lincoln Financial
Transamerica
Prudential
Guardian
Independence Blue Cross
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
AmeriHealth
Humana
AARP
Mutual of Omaha
Lincoln Financial
Transamerica
Prudential
Guardian

Frequently Asked Questions

Good to Know
No. For insurance placement, we're carrier-paid — our advisory service is free to you as an employer. We earn a standard commission from the carrier when you enroll. The plan price you pay through us is the same as going direct.
Most brokers hand you a policy and disappear until renewal. We act as an extension of your operations team — handling employee enrollment, claims advocacy, HR questions, compliance, and annual benefit strategy all year long. All customer service is managed by a local member of our staff.
We specialize in small and mid-sized businesses with 2–100 employees — companies that want great benefits but don't have a large internal HR team. We become that resource for you.
An Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA) lets employers reimburse employees tax-free for individual health insurance premiums, instead of buying a traditional group plan. It gives businesses budget predictability and employees more choice. We'll assess whether it's a fit for your situation at no cost.
Yes. We utilize the latest benefits technology platforms to make enrollment and ongoing management seamless for employers and employees alike. We'll recommend and set up the right tools for your team size and budget.
We're based in East Norriton, PA and serve businesses and individuals throughout the greater Philadelphia region and Pennsylvania. Meetings are available in person, by phone, or virtually — whatever works best for you.
Get Started

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Schedule a free call and we'll walk through your current benefits, your goals, and where we can help — no pressure, no pitch, just honest advice.

Locations
Philadelphia, PA & East Norriton, PA

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