Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Tyler, TX
Lindsey & Odom Insurance is a family-owned and operated health insurance agency dedicated to providing personalized service for health and life insurance needs. Established in 2007, our agency transitioned to Tyler, Texas in 2015, where we continue to build on a legacy of excellence spanning multiple generations. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to finding the best rates and coverage terms for clients across Texas. As an independent agency, we offer unbiased guidance to help clients navigate complex insurance options, including Medicare supplements, group plans, and life insurance.With over 16 years of experience and certifications like Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), we specialize in serving seniors and individuals under 65. Our family heritage in insurance dates back to the 1930s, ensuring a tradition of trust and reliability. We prioritize customer service, transparency, and community involvement, actively participating in organizations like the Tyler Chamber of Commerce and East Texas Estate Planning Council. Our mission is to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of every client while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and care.
Services
Medicare Supplements
Group Health Plans
Individual Insurance
Life Insurance
Senior Insurance Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Family-owned agency with 16+ years of local experience
- Certified Senior Advisor specializing in Medicare solutions
- Independent agency offering unbiased insurance guidance
- Personalized service tailored to individual client needs
- Generational expertise dating back to the 1930s
Associations and certifications
- Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)
Services
Medicare Supplements
We specialize in Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) plans that cover out-of-pocket costs from Original Medicare. Our experts help Texas seniors choose from 83+ plans across 14 carriers, ensuring comprehensive coverage for hospital stays, deductibles, and copayments. With Certified Senior Advisor expertise, we simplify complex plan comparisons to find optimal solutions matching individual healthcare needs and budgets.
Group Health Plans
Our agency provides customized group health insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes across Texas. We help employers compare plans from multiple carriers to balance employee coverage needs with affordability. Our services include plan design consultation, cost analysis, and ongoing support for enrollment and claims management, ensuring compliant and competitive benefits packages.
Individual Insurance
We offer individual health insurance plans for Texans under 65 seeking coverage outside employer programs. Our independent status allows unbiased comparisons across carriers to find affordable, comprehensive policies. We guide clients through plan options, subsidies, and enrollment processes while providing ongoing support for policy management and claims assistance.
Life Insurance
Our life insurance services include term and permanent policy options to protect families and businesses. We assess clients' financial goals and dependents' needs to recommend appropriate coverage amounts and policy types. With access to multiple carriers, we help clients compare rates and features while providing long-term policy management support.
Senior Insurance Guidance
Our Certified Senior Advisor provides specialized guidance for seniors navigating Medicare choices, supplemental coverage, and long-term care planning. We educate clients about Part D prescription drug plans, Medigap options, and end-of-life insurance solutions while coordinating with estate planning professionals to ensure comprehensive elder care strategies.
People
Mona Portwood Odom
Owner
Certified Senior Advisor with 20+ years of senior care expertise. Transitioned family insurance legacy to Tyler in 2015 after 30-year corporate sales career. Active in local organizations including Tyler Chamber of Commerce and Historic Tyler Inc.
Chris Lindsey
COO
Licensed broker and military veteran with family insurance history dating to 1930s. Oversees daily operations with focus on client relationships. Graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design with background in insurance heritage.
Julie Odom Lindsey
President
Licensed broker with decade of senior healthcare experience. Former TV producer turned insurance professional. Focuses on personalized plan selection for individuals and families. Active in Junior League of Tyler and Alzheimers Alliance.
Ted Odom
CTO
Chief Technology Officer managing agency systems. Retired Southwest Airlines engineer with Texas A&M Commerce computer science background. Ensures digital infrastructure supports client service excellence and data security standards.
Questions
What Medicare supplement plans do you offer?
We offer a full range of Medicare Supplement Plans (A-N) from major insurers to fill gaps in Original Medicare coverage.
How do you help clients find the best rates?
As an independent agency, we compare plans from 14+ carriers to find personalized solutions with optimal coverage-to-cost ratios.
Do you specialize in senior insurance needs?
Yes, our Certified Senior Advisor has 20+ years of experience helping seniors navigate Medicare options and end-of-life planning.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Tyler, Texas, we provide insurance solutions to clients across the entire state.
