Stephen PiazzollaBenefits with Stephen

For the self-employed · Business owners · 1099s

Self-employed?
Your health insurance premiums may be tax-deductible.

Paying for your own health coverage? Let’s explore plans that fit your budget and your business, plus the potential to deduct qualifying premiums.

Eligibility and limits apply. Your tax professional can confirm whether you qualify.

Choose a topic and time · No obligation to enroll

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Stephen PiazzollaState Licensed Insurance Advisor · 42 states
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Your business. Your people. Your future.Coverage for the life
you’re building.
One personal conversation.A clearer view of your options.
Self-employed & 1099 professionalsBusiness owners & familiesLicensed in 42 states

Built around how you work

Private health plans.
Two benefits to explore.

PPO network access. Potential tax savings. Let’s find what fits your needs.

POTENTIAL TAX SAVINGS

Tax-deductible
premiums.

Eligible self-employed people may deduct qualifying health insurance premiums.

Eligibility and limits apply. Confirm with your tax professional.
PROVIDER CHOICE

PPO network
options.

Access a PPO network of doctors and hospitals, with options for out-of-network care.

Networks and benefits vary by plan. Out-of-network care may cost more.

Compare My Coverage OptionsFree consultation · No obligation to enroll

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Explore group coverage

Coverage for you.
Benefits for your team.

From eligible group arrangements for self-employed individuals to employee benefit plans, we’ll explore what fits your business.

For individuals. For employers. For growing teams.Compare medical, dental, and vision options. Eligibility depends on your business structure, location, and the plan’s requirements.
Explore My Group OptionsSelf-employment alone does not establish group-plan eligibility. Availability and group requirements vary by plan and state.

Your next step takes just a moment

Let’s find out what fits.

Choose a topic, pick a time on my calendar, and add your contact details to book your free consultation.

The calendar opens separately to complete your booking. Share only scheduling details; save medical information for a secure conversation. Privacy & referral details.

Questions about disability coverage or annuities? Text Stephen to arrange the right conversation.

Recognizable names. Personalized guidance.

Names you recognize.
Guidance tailored to you.

With multiple carriers and networks to consider, you can focus on finding the right fit—not sorting through the options alone.

A selection of the carriers and networks Stephen works with. Product availability and eligibility vary by state and plan. Provider networks, including PHCS, are not the insurer responsible for paying claims. Logos identify their respective brands and do not imply endorsement.

01 / Health insurance

Look beyond the premium.
Find the right fit.

A lower monthly bill matters. So do your doctors, prescriptions, and costs when you need care. We’ll compare them together.

FLEXIBILITY

PPO network options

Explore established PPO networks. We’ll check your preferred doctors and hospitals before you make a decision.

Networks and availability vary by plan and state. Out-of-network care may cost more.

A CLEARER COMPARISON

Your costs.
The whole picture.

Compare monthly premiums, deductibles, prescriptions, and out-of-pocket costs against the coverage you have today.

A lower premium does not always mean lower total costs.

EVERYDAY WELLNESS

Know what
your plan covers

Review preventive care, prescriptions, exclusions, and benefit limits—not just the network name.

Benefits vary by plan. Ask which services are covered, what you may owe, and whether medical underwriting applies.

One conversation. More clarity.

Know where you stand.
Then decide.

01

Choose a time

Choose a free health, life, or group consultation on Stephen’s live calendar.

02

Review your coverage

Bring your current plan, premium, and questions. We’ll review what matters most to you.

03

See your options

Understand the trade-offs. Keep your current plan or consider a change—the decision is yours.

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02 / Life insurance

Protect the people
who count on you.

You work hard for the people you love. Let’s explore life insurance that helps protect their financial future.

Explore My Life Insurance Options

Term Life

Protection for a set period, helping cover needs such as income replacement or a mortgage.

Whole Life

Permanent coverage with cash value features, subject to the policy’s terms and required premiums.

Indexed Universal Life

Flexible permanent coverage with cash value interest linked to an index, subject to caps, charges, and policy rules.

Final Expense

Coverage designed to help loved ones manage funeral costs and other end-of-life expenses.

Availability, underwriting, premiums, and benefits vary by policy. IUL is life insurance, not a direct investment in an index; non-guaranteed values can change.

Also available

Disability coverage

Explore coverage that can help replace a portion of your income if a covered illness or injury keeps you from working.

Annuities

Explore annuity options for retirement income, including costs, access to your money, and contract terms.

Ask about either during your consultation. Disability benefits depend on policy terms. Annuity guarantees depend on the issuing insurer’s claims-paying ability; fees and surrender charges may apply.

Before we talk

Good questions.
Straight answers.

Can you help if I already have insurance?

Absolutely. Bring your monthly premium and benefits summary. Stephen will help compare your current plan with available options, including doctors, prescriptions, deductibles, and other costs. There’s no obligation to change plans.

Could I pay less for coverage?

Possibly. We’ll compare available options with your current plan, including premiums and the costs of using your coverage. Savings depend on your situation and aren’t guaranteed.

Can I keep my current doctors?

We’ll help check your doctors against the specific plan’s network before you decide. Participation varies by plan, and a network name alone does not guarantee that a particular doctor or service is covered.

Is the consultation really free?

Yes. Health and life consultations are free, 30-minute conversations. Group benefits consultations are 20 minutes. There is no obligation to enroll or switch coverage.

What happens after I follow a referral link?

Choose a consultation and book a time with Stephen. Your reference is added to the calendar’s additional notes. You decide whether to enroll; a referral is not an application or a promise of coverage.

Are all private plans the same as Marketplace coverage?

No. Compare the specific policy’s benefits, exclusions, underwriting requirements, and costs. A PPO describes a provider network, not a guarantee of comprehensive benefits. Marketplace plans cover pre-existing conditions; other types of coverage may have different protections.

Can Stephen help in my state?

Stephen is licensed in 42 states. Ask him to confirm availability in your state before discussing a specific plan. Products, eligibility, and carrier availability vary by state.

An introduction made simple

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could use guidance?

Share this page. They choose whether to book a free conversation with Stephen—no need to send us their personal information.

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  2. Send it personally. Let your friend decide if they’d like help.
  3. They book directly. Stephen receives the reference with their booking notes.

Your next step

A clearer picture.
A more confident decision.

Start with a conversation, not a commitment. We’ll review where you are today and whether another option could serve you better.

Book a Free Consultation

(631) 459-7066 · Free, with no obligation

Privacy & referral details

Your information

This page does not ask for your friend’s details or medical information. Booking opens Cal.com, where you submit your own appointment and contact details to Stephen. Review Cal.com’s privacy notice before booking.

For questions about information you have shared with Stephen, call (631) 459-7066. Don’t send medical records, Social Security numbers, or payment details by text or in booking notes.

How the reference works

Booking notes use Sabe Anderson as the default source for this page. A recognized reference such as SP001 is kept for this browser tab’s session and added to booking links, text drafts, and the link you copy. It identifies the introduction; it does not record a policy sale or confirm a reward. If you call, mention the reference.

Your friend chooses whether to contact Stephen. Sharing a link does not submit a referral or book an appointment. Ask Stephen directly about any referral reward and its applicable terms.

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