Working with Gordon has been an AMAZING experience. He is so knowledgable and easy to work with always looking out for my best interests. Just moving to WA from CA, I was totally lost when it came to finding a good plan and he gave me really great options and advice. He is easy to get ahold of and is always very responsive. I highly recommend him to everyone if you need help finding health insurance!!! I can't say enough good things about him and his business. read more

This is the first time I use an insurance broker to help me pick my health insurance this year. Unfortunately, the experience seemed to be great until I figured that the benefits presented by Gordon were not matching the actual plan provided by the insurance. An overlook that cost me time and money. I have chronic pain and cannot get treatment for another month since it is locked in. Gordon couldn't do anything to fix this error. read more

BEST. EXPERIENCE. EVER!! I had a terrible experience with another broker that completely dropped the ball and was dishonest with me about what company to go with based on his commission. I then tried to call a few other brokers who told me they were way too busy to help me because the deadline was in a week. I was not only frustrated but also scared I wouldn't get enrolled in time and my kids would be without insurance for a year! I found this company based on Yelp reviews( yay yelpers!) and decided to give them a try. Within an hour of messaging them, Gordon himself called me to help!! Not only did he make time for me while completely busy with a deadline, but he made me feel an immense amount of relief by how easy it was for him to take care of us! It took him about 15 minutes to enroll my kids and I over the phone and take all of my health insurance anxiety away. Two days before the deadline and I get this kind of service from a top broker?? Gordon you are my hero! Thank you, thank you, thank you! read more

I started working with Gordon to get personal insurance because my employers insurance wouldn't cover a surgery that I needed. When we hit a road block in the individual market, Gordon offered to consult with my boss and explore other opportunities that were available. It was a win win for everyone I was able to get my surgery covered and my boss was so impressed that he hired Gordon as our new insurance broker! The level of service that Gordon has provided to me and my office has been utterly incredible. I don't know what I would have done if I had not been referred to Gordon, he literally saved me thousands of $$$$$!!! read more

Great service from a first class, expert health insurance specialist who really knows the small group and individual business.

Gordon, and Essential Benefits, has helped me and my business with Supplemental Insurance coverage for our employees. Gordon offers a great service and met with each of our employees to tailor each individual package to the specific needs of each employee. Great service and coverage! Gordon also reviewed our current business health care package and was completely honest with saying that at this time we were better off with our current coverage. He did however point some very good things to keep an eye on as we grow as a business. I will continue to have Gordon review our health care on an annual basis as I am sure he will be able to save us money in the future. Personal Dental Coverage: Gorgon has also helped me out with finding the best dental insurance coverage for my family. I am happy that Essential Benefits is here to help me through all of the different coverage and options! read more

Navigating small business insurance in WA State is difficult. I think finding a fabulous insurance broker is equally as difficult. Gordon came as a referral from a dear friend who has utilized his services for many years. Gordon didn't disappoint. He is knowledgeable, very responsive, and I always felt he had my best interest at heart as we navigated my unique situation. Even if you are in the individual market, he can help you there as well. No need to use the State website and go at it alone. He can save you an immense amount of time. Gordon offers an invaluable service and probably doesn't get paid enough, via these plans, for the deep level of commitment he has to his clients! read more

My experience with Gordon was not good. He was assigned to me as my broker, but after calling him and not hearing back for two weeks, I had my doubts, and am glad I had other plans in place. I tried again, and he responded to my email with a rather weak excuse about "his assistant" making a mistake, rather than accepting any responsibility. I quote "should I tell some other client I have an established relationship with that I can't renew their insurance because I have to drop everything to pick up your case?" which I thought was an unprofessional and somewhat rude way to excuse himself from doing the job he was assigned to do. read more

My husband and I have a COBRA plan which is set to expire and no other health insurance benefits through work. Gordon expertly helped us find new health insurance at a lower price starting next year - and walked us through the pros and cons of each plan on the Health Plan Finder. It would have been impossible to navigate this on our own. It is a very scary time to be without health insurance and limited income - and we are deeply grateful for his guidance and expertise as we will now have coverage at a lower premium for 2021. Most importantly some peace of mind. Thank you Gordon. read more

What a relief!! I was pretty stressed out about finding multiple health care policies for my family. Gordon swung into action and found the right plan for each of us. He was able to answer all of our questions in a manner that made sense to us, and was able to quickly understand the specifics we were looking for in each scenario. I am sorry I waited until I was completely frustrated trying to navigate this by myself to call this guy! He couldn't have made it easier! HIGHLY RECOMMEND Gordon Kushnick at Essential Benefits!! read more

I just finished up a call with Essential Benefits, and it's definitely one of those "drop everything and Yelp moments." Essential Benefits is the best health insurance broker I've ever worked with in Seattle. Open enrollment is my least favorite time of year: Washington Healthplan Finder and the confusing insurance plans are enough to drive me into a frenzy. The brokers I've worked with in the past haven't been much help, either: they just tell me that my premium is skyrocketing and the clock is ticking on renewing. Essential Benefits was an entirely different experience. I called the office the day before the open enrollment deadline for Jan 1 coverage--a time when most brokers aren't even answering their phones--and Gordon picked up on the first ring. He was immediately reassuring, explaining that the hard deadline for open enrollment was still a few weeks out. He then said he'd send an introductory email putting me in touch with his employee Will. (I had a wave of doubt hearing this, but the email came through while we were still on the phone). I did a quick Reply All thanking Gordon and introducing myself to Will -- within minutes of hitting send, Will was calling me on the phone. He was seriously one of the best, most patient, and most thorough health insurance brokers I've ever worked with. He answered all of my questions, was extremely friendly, and by the end of the call, he'd found me a plan that was exactly what I wanted -- and with a monthly premium $120 cheaper than my current plan. He also encouraged me to follow up at any time if I ever need help dealing with my new plan or the exchange. Fantastic. I'd recommend Essential Benefits to anyone in Seattle looking for healthcare coverage. After today's experience, I'll never use anyone else. :) read more

Just got some incredibly useful health insurance information from Gordon in a quick call that saved me literally hours of time. Will be calling back for a more extended consulation. Thanks, Gordon! read more

In the midst of a job transition, I was exploring my health insurance benefits and was referred to Gordon. He immediately helped and gave me sound advice even though it wasn't in his own best financial interest. I appreciate his candor, responsiveness and integrity. I would wholeheartedly recommend him! read more

I just worked with Gordon at Essential Benefits and got set up with insurance. My experience was fantastic. Gordon is obviously very knowledgeable, but the best part was his patience in explaining different approaches that might work for me. He really listened to what my situation is. He was very good at explaining the various reasons why someone might choose between various deductible levels in a health plan. I know he is super busy during this enrollment period, but he was super patient and I never felt rushed. I'm glad I found an insurance broker like this who I can really trust. read more

Gordon helped our small business through the process of obtaining health insurance for the first time. We couldn't be happier with the service we received. He was incredibly responsive and helped us get the application submitted and approved very quickly. He is a great communicator and goes beyond any similar broker I have worked with in terms of the depth of his explanations and his willingness to be available to our employees for any insurance related questions. We strongly recommend Essential Benefits!! read more

Essential benefits walked me through the health insurance maze for my company (8 employees). It's still very perplexing to me, but I know we're well covered and in good hands. Super responsive and helpful. read more

I can't say enough about Gordon. He is professional, knowledgeable and was able to get me a great plan and save me money. He knows so much about all the providers and what he doesn't know he will research quickly. He's reliable, responsible, professional and knows his stuff. I'd be thrilled to recommend him to anyone. read more

Insurance is mind-numbingly complicated, time-consuming and something we think about once every 5 - 8 years. There is no time to dive in and understand it at the depth its importance warrants. Gordon made the complexity disappear. He presented us with options meeting our general criteria; crafted and presented an apples to apples comparison and helped us assess the trade-offs. There is no question in my mind: if you need help deciphering the insane levels of complexity selecting amongst insurance plans presents, Gordon is your man! Stop reading my drivel and book time with him NOW! read more

A colleague recommended Gordon's services when our company was looking into offering healthcare benefits plans to our employees. After first talking with Gordon, it was very obvious that he knew extensive amounts of information about health insurance, and eventually, we decided to use his services to roll out health benefits to our employees. Throughout the entire process, Gordon has been extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and supportive in getting our team on a health benefits plan that works. I would strongly recommend EVERYONE who needs to get a health plan in place - whether for your family or your business - do so with Gordon's FREE help! read more

Excellent!!! Great, knowledgeable service, fast & with a friendly 'can-do' demeanor. Invaluable!

Gordon Kushnick of Essential Benefits did an excellent job meeting with my wife and me, determining what our family needed and helped us navigate the healthcare exchange, lowering our monthly bill and giving us better coverage than we had before. If you have insurance questions, give Gordon a call! read more

HIGHLY recommend!! I was completely lost without Gordon and he was able to help me understand my options and held my hand (figuratively) as we signed me up for plans. His responses were always timely, professional, and clear. If you're a small business owner and looking for help with the insurance process, Gordon is the best. read more

I had two successful calls with Gordon this week to sign my family up for health insurance (at the very last minute). He was very pleasant and was able to answer all my questions. He presented the different plans that would work well for my family, even though some of them he wouldn't be getting a brokers commission on. I really appreciated his honesty and the fact that he presented insurance policies to me that were good for my family even thought he would get nothing out of it. We ended up going with a plan that was cheaper, but had the same benefits to us (one he wouldn't be getting a commission on). We will be sure to call Gordon again next year when open enrollment rolls around again. Call him, you won't be disappointed! read more

Gordon goes above and beyond- he is amazing! He has helped multiple friends of mine and we couldn't praise him more. He makes insurance understandable and takable. read more

I had follow up questions after working with this practice. I was continuing to see emails saying my coverage needed to be completed after having worked with this firm in November 2016. When I spoke with Gordon Kushnick over the phone on a Saturday he insisted he could not help me unless I provided the name of a representative I spoke with approximately one month prior. When I was confused by this requirement (and, frankly, never was told that it would be necessary to obtain the name of the representative whom which I spoke if I was to gather follow up information) Mr. Kushnick berated me and told me I didn't understand how brokerage works (which I don't, to be fair, but that is literally the reason I called). When I questioned it Mr. Kushnick proceeded to speak to me in an elevated voice and, again, emphasized how I do not understand brokers. Eventually I guessed a name, at which point I was transferred to a different representative. The representative I was coordinated with (who works for Mr. Kusnick) was amazingly understanding. Once I was able to get in contact with him he was eager to help and amazing representative. I have no qualms with Mr. Kushnick's representatives, only with Mr. Kushnick directly. read more

This was the first time I'd purchased health insurance thru a broker and the experience couldn't have been more positive. Gordon was extremely helpful and efficient. He quickly understood my situation and needs, rapidly put together five policy options in a format that made it easy to comparison shop, thoroughly answered all my questions and helped me make the best choice for me and my family. He also provided excellent advice on how and when to purchase dental and vision benefits that saved me quite a bit of money. I'd definitely work with Gordon again. Highly recommended. read more

Gordon was a total life saver!! I gave him all the information that he needed(doctors that I wanted to stay with how often I go to the doctor etc.) He research it all and narrowed it down for me and helped me choose the best plan for myself. I can not say enough great things about him. Picking an insurance plan is so stressful but it absolutely does not have to be if you work with Gordon, I promise he will make your life so much easier! read more

I'm working with Essential Benefits to help me establish and meet my health, disability and accident insurance needs. Gordon has been most helpful in getting me the information I need to understand and make good choices. Thank you, Gordon! read more