Ancillary & Voluntary Benefits

Supplemental Benefits That Attract & Retain Top Talent

Beyond health insurance, a complete benefits package includes dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits. We work with leading carriers to help you offer group rates and coverage options that employees simply can't access on their own.

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Why It Matters

A Complete Benefits Package Changes Everything

Research consistently shows that employees value a comprehensive benefits package at 3× the equivalent cash value. Offering supplemental benefits signals that you care about your team's financial and physical wellbeing, which directly impacts recruitment, retention, and morale.

40%

of employees stay longer with strong benefits

— Cartloop 2025

12%

more likely to outperform when offering health insurance

— Gusto 2024

51%

of employees more likely to stay due to benefits

— LIMRA 2025

8 Benefit Types

Voluntary & Ancillary Benefits

We offer a full suite of supplemental benefits from leading carriers. All plans are available to Massachusetts businesses of any size.

Most Requested

Dental Insurance

Group dental plans covering preventive care, basic restorative, and major services. Employers typically cover 50–100% of premiums.

  • Preventive: cleanings, X-rays, exams
  • Basic: fillings, extractions
  • Major: crowns, root canals, dentures
  • Orthodontia options available
High Value

Vision Insurance

Affordable vision coverage for annual eye exams, prescription glasses, and contact lenses. A low-cost benefit with high employee perceived value.

  • Annual eye exams covered
  • Frames & lenses allowance
  • Contact lens benefit
  • LASIK discounts available
Employer Favorite

Group Life Insurance

Provide financial security for your employees' families. Basic life is often employer-paid; supplemental life is voluntary.

  • Basic life: 1–2x annual salary
  • Supplemental life options
  • AD&D coverage available
  • Portable options for employees

Short-Term Disability

Replaces a portion of income when employees are unable to work due to illness or injury. Typically covers 60–70% of weekly earnings.

  • 60–70% income replacement
  • Benefit periods: 13–26 weeks
  • Covers illness & injury
  • Maternity leave coverage

Long-Term Disability

Critical protection for extended disabilities lasting beyond short-term coverage. Protects employees' financial futures for months or years.

  • Benefits to age 65
  • 60–67% income replacement
  • Own-occupation definitions
  • COLA riders available

Accident Insurance

Pays cash benefits directly to employees for covered accidental injuries — ER visits, fractures, dislocations, and more.

  • Cash paid directly to employee
  • ER visit benefits
  • Fracture & dislocation coverage
  • No network restrictions

Critical Illness

Lump-sum cash benefit upon diagnosis of covered conditions like cancer, heart attack, or stroke. Helps cover out-of-pocket costs.

  • Cancer, heart attack, stroke
  • Lump-sum cash benefit
  • No restrictions on use
  • Recurrence benefits available

Hospital Indemnity

Daily cash benefits for hospital stays, helping employees cover deductibles and living expenses during a hospitalization.

  • Daily hospital confinement benefit
  • ICU benefits
  • Surgery benefits
  • Newborn care coverage

Voluntary Benefits: Zero Cost to You, Maximum Value to Employees

Certain ancillary benefits — like accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity — can be structured so that employees pay through payroll deduction at group rates they couldn't access on their own. We'll help you design a package that works for your budget and your team.

Group Rates
Employees access rates unavailable individually
Better coverage, better value
Higher perceived value vs. cash
Employees value benefits more than equivalent salary
$0
Broker fee to your business
Expert guidance at no cost to you
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Build a Complete Benefits Package for Your Team

Whether you're adding supplemental benefits for the first time or looking to expand your existing package, MedHealth Insurance Agency provides expert guidance at no cost to your business. We compare plans from leading carriers and handle enrollment from start to finish.

Common Questions

What ancillary benefits should I offer alongside health insurance?

At minimum, most Massachusetts businesses offer dental and vision alongside their health plan. Life insurance and short-term disability are also common. Voluntary benefits like accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity can be added at no employer cost.

Can I offer supplemental benefits if I only have 1–5 employees?

Yes. Many carriers offer group dental, vision, and life insurance to businesses with as few as 2 employees. Voluntary benefits like accident and critical illness are often available to even smaller groups.

What is a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan and do I need one?

A Section 125 Cafeteria Plan allows employees to pay their share of benefit premiums with pre-tax dollars, saving both the employer and employee money on payroll taxes. Most businesses offering benefits should have one in place.

Do you charge a fee for helping us set up supplemental benefits?

No. Like our health insurance services, our supplemental benefits guidance is completely free to your business. We are compensated by the insurance carriers, not by you.