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Grand Rapids Employee Insurance Broker

For over 60 years, Michigan Planners has provided access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare coverage for small and large businesses, individuals and Medicare aged individuals.

We Work Hard So You Don't Have To

Welcome to Michigan Planners

At Michigan Planners, we provide employee insurance benefits for small and medium businesses in Grand Rapids and throughout the state of Michigan. 

Big Enough to Serve, Small Enough to Care.™

Michigan Planners is proud to call the Great Lakes State our home. We know the challenges that businesses in Grand Rapids and other cities face when trying to choose the right group insurance plan. Our local knowledge and unparalleled client support set us apart from national insurance companies.

We offer the following to companies in Grand Rapids, MI:

  • PPO, HMO, and POS health insurance plans
  • HRA (Health Reimbursement Account) plans
  • HSA (Health Savings Account) plans
  • PPO and DHMO dental plans
  • Vision plans
  • Group life and AD&D insurance plans
  • Short-term disability plans
  • Long-term disability plans
  • Voluntary/worksite plans
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Pet insurance

Group Insurance for Grand Rapids Businesses

As the second-largest city in the state of Michigan, Grand Rapids boasts a diverse economy. Whether your company is brewing local ales in Beer City or saving lives on Medical Mile, your employees deserve group benefits tailored to their specific needs.

More than 80% of the 2,400 members of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce operate companies with 50 or fewer employees. Your small- or medium-sized business shouldn’t have to settle for a one-size-fits-all employee benefits package from a national insurance broker with zero local knowledge of your industry or your community.

With Michigan Planners, you can count on our knowledge of the Grand Rapids economy as we assess your business and help you find the best benefits for your people.

Get Started Today

As a Michigan insurance broker, we help employers in Grand Rapids, MI, find the right employee insurance benefits for their businesses. Call Michigan Planners today at (586) 263-9000, or contact us online.

 

How We Can Help You!

 

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MI Service Model

You can look to us for everything you want to provide your employees.

The Tech Effect

Hi-Tech, hands-on solutions for education, enrollment & administration.

Webinars & Continuing Education

         

Stay informed while learning from subject matter experts regarding a variety of human resource-accredited webinars.

Regional Benchmarking

Local employer and carrier data to maintain your plans' competitive edge, while analyzing marketplace trends.

Erisa Compliance

Documents, employee notices and reporting assistance to maintain complaince.

Plan Evaluation & Goal Determination

An in-depth review of your companies benefit landscape, where it is today and where you want it to be in the future.

Market Review & Vendor Assessment

A thorough review of the best market fit for your organization through analysis and negotiation.

Benefit Strategy & Plan Recommendations

Long-term actionable steps to establish plan continuity, while maintaining corporate goals.

Employee Contribution Discussion & Development

Strategies to keep your plan affordable and competitive.

Engagement

Reach your employees via text messaging, email, video, in person, and webinar.

App Usage & Education

Convenience, efficiency and awareness in the palm of your hand.

Well-Being

A customized strategy targeting the employee and covered dependents for a healthier more engaged team.

Claims Services

We fix it when it breaks with compassion and efficiency.

Benefit Books & Enrollment Forms

Comprehensive, yet understandable, benefit resources.

Educational Videos

Simplifying the communication process.

Employee Meetings

Personal approach at open enrollment and new hire benefit orientation.

Consumer Advocacy

Know before you go, cost estimator and personal health shopper

Plan Design

Consulting and partnering in all areas of plan design for:
Defined Contribution (401(k), 403(b), 457, Profit Sharing) Defined Benefit (Traditional & Cash Balance) Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP) and Non-Qualified Plans.

A Strong Commitment to Retirement Plan Education

Successfully enroll eligible employees at appropriate contribution levels.
Consult with employees to make them aware of their current Retirement Readiness status through personalized retirement reports and ongoing employee reviews.

Fee Transparency in All Areas

(Recordkeeping Investments, Fiduciary Services and Financial Professional)
Clear separation of expenses
Lower cost investment options
Assist in managing fiduciary responsibility

Clear Understanding of Deliverables

Clients receive a detailed service agreement, which outlines:
Investment Reviews
Benchmarking Plan Costs
Education meetings, all employee and one-on-one

MI Product Portfolio

Medical Prescription Insurance Michigan

Medical & Prescription Insurance

Small Group | Large Group | Individual

Disability Insurance Michigan

Disability Insurance

Carriers

Michigan Planners represents all trusted and recognizable brands with a proven track record of quality, reliability, sustainability, and efficiency. Employer-specific recommendations from our carrier portfolio are based on a competitive economic position and the ability to deliver the ideal solution for all affected parties.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Planners
Metlife Michigan Insurance Planners
Apostrophe Michigan Insurance Planners
Asr Health Benefits Michigan Insurance Planners