Independent Insurance Advisors · Serving Retirees and Small Businesses

Insurance guidance that makes your next step feel clear

Lokal Insurance Group helps people navigate Medicare, retirement, and small group benefit options — with clear, personalized guidance wherever you are.

How can we help?

Start with the question that brought you here.

Medicare

Turning 65, already enrolled, or helping a parent? We'll help you understand Medicare options in plain English.

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Retirement & Annuities

Thinking through retirement income, long-term planning, or annuities? We'll help you understand the trade-offs before making a decision.

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Small Group Benefits

Offering or reviewing employee benefits? We'll help you think through options for your team.

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Not sure yet?

You don't need to know the right terminology before reaching out. Tell us what you're trying to figure out and we'll help from there.

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Independent Agency

We work for you, not a carrier.

Because we're not tied to any single insurance company, we can shop across multiple carriers and show you options side by side. You get a recommendation based on your situation — not on what pays us the most.

UnitedHealthcare
Humana
Aetna
Cigna Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
WellCare
Mutual of Omaha
Lumico
Banner Life
Medico
+ More

Carrier availability may vary by location, service, and plan type.

A clear path from first question to ongoing support.

Here's what working with Lokal looks like.

1

You tell us what you're trying to figure out

You don't need the right terms. Start with your question, situation, or concern.

2

We help you understand the options

We explain what matters, compare choices, and make the process easier to follow.

3

You choose the path that fits

You stay in control of the decision. Our role is to help you feel informed and confident.

4

We stay available over time

Coverage needs, plans, and life circumstances change. Lokal stays available when questions come up.

Guidance people can actually feel good about.

Real support from local advisors who take the time to explain what matters.

"Josh Wood with Lokal Insurance Group is outstanding. He demonstrates true integrity, takes the time to make sure every detail is handled correctly, and always explains options clearly. You never feel rushed or pressured, just genuinely supported."

Mike S.

"Medicare was honestly confusing and I kept putting it off, but they made it way easier than I expected. Just normal conversations, no pressure, and things actually made sense. They still check in and keep me updated, which I really appreciate."

Marcia B.

"Lokal has been my broker for years. I had doctor bills I shouldn't have been billed for, and I didn't have to make all the phone calls trying to fix it. I called my broker and he took over. It got fixed."

Vicki E.

Always no-cost support Independent guidance Licensed health & life insurance agents Medicare & retirement experience No-pressure conversations Lifelong support

Real people. Clear guidance.

You'll work with local advisors who take the time to understand your situation before recommending anything.

Josh Wood

Josh Wood

Founder & Principal Advisor

Josh founded Lokal Insurance Group in 2022 after seeing too many people in his community make important Medicare and health insurance decisions based on bad inf...

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Krista Wood

Krista Wood

Licensed Health & Life Insurance Agent

Krista is a licensed health and life insurance agent specializing in Medicare, individual health coverage, and employee benefits. She works with individuals, fa...

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Bill Vawter

Bill Vawter

Senior Advisor

Bill has spent more than 40 years in insurance and financial planning, starting with one of the country's leading life and health insurance companies. He earned...

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Common questions

Have a question? Start here.

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll help point you in the right direction.

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No pressure. No sales pitch. Just a clear next step.

Lokal Insurance Group

Independent insurance guidance for decisions that matter. Based in Kansas, serving clients nationwide.

Get in Touch

316.237.0900

Wichita, KS Office

505 S Broadway, STE 117
Wichita, KS 67202

541.291.4857

Southern Oregon Office

[email protected]

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We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. This site is not associated with, endorsed by, or authorized by the Social Security Administration, the Department of Health and Human Services, or the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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