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Compare Top Tier Carriers with a Texas Health Insurance Broker

We shop all the top-tier carriers including Cigna, Aetna, UHC, BCBS & Humana. PPO, HMO, individual, family, short-term & small business plans side by side, then walk you through enrollment in under 15 minutes.

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This is a Good Fit If You’re

Self-Employed & 1099 Contractors

Get a real PPO plan that actually fits a 1099 income. No employer? No problem.

Families & Individuals

Cover the people who matter without emptying your savings account.

Small Business Owners

Offer real group benefits without the corporate-HR overhead. We handle the paperwork.

Gap Between Plans

Short-term plans for up to 3 years. Keep coverage during the gap without losing your network.

Tired of Narrow HMO Networks

Keep your current doctors with broad nationwide PPO networks from top-tier carriers.

Marketplace Alternatives

Skip the metal-tier maze. Get private PPO, association, and short-term options the Marketplace doesn't show you.

Top Carriers We Work With

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas logo, independent authorized agent
UnitedHealthOne logo, a carrier compared by Custom Health Plans
Aetna logo, a carrier compared by Custom Health Plans
Cigna logo, a carrier compared by Custom Health Plans
Humana logo, a carrier compared by Custom Health Plans

What Does a Texas Health Insurance Broker Actually Do?

A Texas health insurance broker is a licensed independent advisor who compares plans from multiple carriers and helps you enroll. At no extra cost to you.

That usually means:

1️⃣ We compare plans

from top-tier carriers in one conversation: Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Aetna. One call instead of five.

2️⃣ We work for you

not for any single carrier You pay the same premium whether you go through us or buy direct. The carrier pays our commission. You get a licensed independent expert in your corner for free.

3️⃣ We match the plan to your budget

Before you enroll, we confirm your current doctors are in-network and your medications are on the formulary. We model your real out-of-pocket cost (premium plus deductible plus copays) instead of just the sticker price.

4️⃣ We help year-round, not just at Open Enrollment

Need to add a baby? Switch jobs? Hit a Qualifying Life Event? Compare next year’s renewal? You call us, not a 1-800 line.

5️⃣ We handle the paperwork and underwriting

Application forms, underwriting questions, document uploads. We walk through it with you in one phone call.

Every program is different. What you qualify for depends on your business setup, ZIP code, and other details.

Check your eligibility for health insurance plans

Independent Broker vs Captive Agent vs Navigator - Which One Do You Actually Need?

Most Texans don’t realize there are three very different types of people selling health insurance, and the difference shapes what plans you’ll even hear about.

That usually means:

1️⃣ Independent Broker (what we are)

Appointed with multiple carriers. Can quote Cigna, Humana, UHC, BCBS, Aetna, plus association plans, short-term plans, and supplemental coverage side by side. Paid by the carrier you choose. Works for you year-round.

2️⃣ Captive Agent

Works for one specific insurance company. Can only sell that company’s plans. If a different carrier fits you better, they cannot offer it.

3️⃣ Marketplace Navigator

Government-funded helper who guides you through ACA Marketplace enrollment only. Cannot quote private PPO plans, short-term plans, association plans, or any non-ACA option. No follow-up service after enrollment.

Every program is different. What you qualify for depends on your business setup, ZIP code, and other details.

Texas health insurance broker explaining plan options to client during enrollment meeting

Why Texans Choose a Broker Over Going It Alone

Most people who try to buy individual health insurance solo end up either overpaying for the wrong plan or quitting halfway through the application. Working with a licensed broker is a free shortcut.

That usually means:

1️⃣ More plan choices than ACA-only shopping

ACA-only shopping limits you to qualified health plans in the four metal tiers (bronze, silver, gold, platinum). We offer private PPO plans, association health plans, short-term plans, and supplemental options that may better fit your budget.

2️⃣ Plans matched to your real life, not a one-size-fits-all subsidy quiz

We ask about your doctors, your prescriptions, and your budget. Then we narrow the list to 3 plans that actually fit. If you qualify for a premium tax credit, we calculate that into the comparison.

3️⃣ Honest cost comparisons (not just the lowest premium)

A $200/month plan with a $9,000 deductible can cost more than a $400/month plan with a $2,500 deductible. We model your real out-of-pocket maximum based on how often you actually use care.

4️⃣ A real person to call when something goes wrong

Claim denied? Prescription not covered? Provider out of network? You call your broker. We untangle it with the carrier.

What you qualify for depends on your ZIP code, household income, employment status, and a few other details. A 5-minute conversation tells you exactly which lanes are open.

Why Texans Love Us

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Melinda Vaughn
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Mark Savoca of Custom Health Plans made finding a health insurance plan very easy. He took the time to explain different coverage and deductibles and found a plan that fit our doctor preferences. Excellent communication and personalized service! Highly recommend!
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Elizabeth Biermann
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Marc was wonderful to work with! He helped me find a policy that off marketplace, provided the very specific coverage my kids needed. He helped me all the way through the process to make sure everything was submitted on time for October health coverage for my family. So thankful!!!
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Ann Michele Bowlin
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Mark was extremely helpful in guiding me through my health insurance options as I transitioned from COBRA coverage through my former employer. He took the time to understand my specific needs, thoroughly explained the available options, and patiently answered all of my questions. He also helped arrange short-term emergency coverage to bridge the gap between the end of COBRA and the start of my new private plan, which required underwriting. Mark was knowledgeable, responsive, and made a complicated process much easier to navigate. I highly recommend Mark and Custom Health Plans.
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Mark Savoca is really great to work with - he listens to your needs, does the work to find good options for you, and stays on top of your policy expirations dates and what you need to do to get the best service! He’s an amazingly valuable professional. I’m super happy that he was recommended to me!
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Stephanie Butler
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Mark has been helping us for several years now with our health insurance. He is so great to work with and makes the process simple and fast. He is very responsive and knowledgeable. Highly recommend him and his team!
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Jennifer Cohen
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Mark Savoca from Custom Health plans has helped us with our health insurance since we moved to Texas 3 years ago. He has provided excellent customer service. He always walks me through the best options for our family every year when it is time to renew. He is knowledgeable and is able to explain the options in a clear way that is easy to understand. We really appreciate all of his help. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an insurance agent.
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Avron Levin
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Mark was very attentive and helpful. We needed very specific cover and Mark made time to discuss and help us choose the right plan
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Jill Dorjee
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Mark S. did a great job. He answered all my questions and he always got back to me promptly. I hate dealing with insurance, but Mark made it understandable and never criticized a dumb question (I'm sure I asked many!), and it was just an easy process to work with Mark. Thank you!
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Dave Waite
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Mark is a smart, straight-shooting adviser in the difficult-to-discern maze of health plans. Appreciate his guidance and happy to recommend him. Highly recommended.
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I have worked with Mark Savoca getting health insurance several years. Mark is always professional, prepared, courteous and helpful. Well done. Thanks. DMW

Compare All the Texas Health Insurance Plans

Individual Health Insurance

Looking for individual health insurance in Texas? We compare PPO and HMO plans from top carriers, match the network to your doctors, and quote your real annual cost (premium plus deductible). Coverage starts as soon as the 1st.
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Family Health Insurance

Family health insurance built around your kids’ pediatrician, your prescriptions, and your maternity needs. We compare 5 top Texas carriers side by side, factor in any premium tax credit you qualify for, and walk you through enrollment in one call.
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Small Business Health Insurance

Small business health insurance for Texas employers with 2 to 50 employees. We compare group PPO and HMO options from top carriers, design ICHRA and QSEHRA setups, and handle the paperwork so you stay focused on running the business.
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Self-Employed Health Insurance

Self-employed health insurance for 1099 contractors, freelancers, and solopreneurs. We open association health plans, private PPOs, and short-term plans that you cannot buy on your own, with premiums that actually fit a variable income.
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Short-Term Health Insurance

Short-term health insurance in Texas for up to 3 years. Bridge a job change, age out of a parent’s plan, or wait out an enrollment lockout. Plans as short as 30 days with PPO networks. Coverage can start as soon as the next day.
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Dental Insurance

Dental insurance in Texas with cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals, and orthodontia covered. Standalone or bundled with vision coverage. We compare 5 carrier networks for in-network savings and start most plans on the 1st of the month.
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How It Works (3 Simple Steps)

Tell Us About You

ZIP code, household size, current doctors, and any must-have prescriptions. Five minutes by phone or web form.

Compare Your Best Options

We pull plan options from all carriers and narrow it to real choices. You see premiums, deductibles, networks, & total annual cost .

Enroll With Help

We walk you through the application together. Most enrollments take less than 20 minutes once you’ve decided.

Good Fit vs Not a Fit (Save Time)

This may be a good fit if:

This may NOT be a good fit if:

Service Areas

We’re based in Plano and serve Texans across the state. In person across the DFW Metroplex, by phone and video anywhere in Texas.

Check Eligibility and Get Your Options

A 5-minute conversation tells you exactly which plans fit your budget and your doctors. No pressure, no fees, no obligation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, it’s the same price. The premium you pay is identical whether you enroll through a broker or directly with the carrier. The carrier pays the broker’s commission out of their own margin. So you get a licensed independent advisor, year-round support, and a side-by-side comparison of 5 carriers for free.
Check four things before working with any broker.
 
(1) Confirm they’re licensed in Texas via the Texas Department of Insurance website.
 
(2) Make sure they’re independent, meaning appointed with at least 3-5 carriers.
 
(3) Read recent Google reviews, not just testimonials on their own site.
 
(4) Ask if they help year-round or only at enrollment. A reputable broker will answer all four without hesitation.
We’re appointed with Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, and Aetna. That covers the five largest networks serving Texas. Over 90 percent of in-state providers accept at least one of these.
Before you enroll, we verify your specific doctors and hospitals against each plan’s network. If your provider is in-network on at least one of our 5 carriers, we’ll find the plan that keeps them. We also check that any ongoing prescriptions are on the plan’s formulary.
Yes.
 
Short-term health insurance, association health plans, and Qualifying Life Events (job change, marriage, new baby, move, loss of other coverage) all open Special Enrollment Periods outside the standard November-January window.
Yes.
 
We’re licensed across Texas. About half our clients are outside DFW. We work with them by phone, video, and email. Same service, same response time.