Welcome to
Smart Choice Benefits
Real people guiding you to better coverage
Reliable, Affordable Health Insurance. Leave Your Worries to Us.
About us
For 30 years, Smart Choice Benefits has been the trusted guide for individuals, families, and businesses, helping navigate the complex world of health insurance, medical cost sharing, and Medicare. We educate and provide guidance through our dedicated career licensed agents who are a quick phone call away.
We also understand the unique challenges small businesses face in providing competitive benefits, which is why we've designed a modern approach to health coverage that's stress-free, low-cost, and incredibly attractive to your employees.
Our Individual
and Business Services
Many clients save between 30-60% compared to costly traditional health insurance.
Individual & Family
PPO Plans
We have access to many large network PPO plans for you and your family. These are also a great fit for self-employed, 1099, and contract workers.
Access comprehensive health insurance. Understand tax credits to lower premiums. Get essential benefits like prescriptions and maternity care.
Dental/Vision/Hearing Insurance
Protect your smile, eyesight, and hearing. Prevent problems, ensure clear vision and good hearing. Save money on crucial preventative care for overall well-being.
Medicare Education
and Plan Options
Get the right coverage for retirement healthcare needs. Understand your options (A, B, C, D) for clarity and affordability. Secure your healthcare future with confidence.
Medical Cost Sharing
and More
Medical Cost Sharing allows you to share healthcare costs with a community. You gain access to medical support while potentially saving on monthly contributions. A community approach for your healthcare needs.
Heart/Cancer/Stroke Sickness Plans
Financial freedom during severe illness. Get a lump-sum cash payment for covered critical illnesses like heart attack or stroke. Use the funds for medical costs, recovery, or daily expenses.
Why Choose Us?
Choosing the right insurance agency can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. At Smart Choice Benefits, we're not just about policies; we're about people. We take the time to truly understand your unique needs, whether you're a young family, a thriving business, or planning for retirement. What's in it for you? Personalized guidance that cuts through the confusion, access to a wide range of top-rated plans from multiple providers, and a dedicated local team always ready to help. We're committed to making insurance clear, simple, and exactly what you need, ensuring you get the best coverage for your peace of mind and financial security.
24/7 Support
Award Winner
100% Secure
Mutual Help
Our Experience
Need to navigate the health and financial insurance maze? You've come to the right place! Our experts have over a century's worth of combined know-how and are fully licensed to lead the way. At the core, we're caring people who get that policies are personal. Our deep understanding of the rules and smart money moves positions us perfectly to identify the best-fitting coverage for you.
Health Plan Options and Guidance
Client Retention
Client Approval
Our Team
Meet our team of dedicated and licensed insurance agents.
With us, you can expect more than advice; you get a listening ear and genuine concern. Choose us, feel the difference, and secure your future. Get in touch—let's safeguard tomorrow, together.
Chet Marko
Broker
Lynn Stokes
Broker
Herb Mills
Agent
Shawn McClelland
Agent
Jenks Boston
Agent
Karen Haefs
Agent
Carson Goldsmith
Agent
Jason Mayer
Agent
Jeremy Diller
Agent
Eradio Valverde
Agent
Carl Derosa
Agent
Mike Capricciuolo
Agent
Shayla McGinnis
Agent
Paige Marko
Customer Liaison
Hannah de la Garza
Administrator
Are you ready to insure yourself or your business?
Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it, hear what our happy clients have to say
Shawn's Medicare knowledge is second to none! He answers his own phone, always. Always is timely and calls ahead when renewal/switching plan deadlines are upcoming. has great suggestions because he knows the "system". Shawn is always available to answer questions and give good recommendations! He is my Go-To Medicare man! I recommend that you contact Shawn for a friendly chat - he's the best in Medicare!
Dale P
Boerne, TX
"Thank you Lynn, for the great alternative to "Obama Care." We really like our new Dr. at Cibolo Family Medicine, Dr. Hodnett, MD. He has done more for us in 6 months than the doctor we had for the last 12
years did combined. We are so glad we joined Smart Choice!"
Darlene M.
Boerne, TX
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Get In Touch
Email: [email protected]
Address
Office: 333 Sharon Dr, Boerne, TX 78006
Assistance Hours
Mon – Sat 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
