Great Plains Medicare got its start in 2020 after we, owners Joe and Siera Linneweber, noticed there was a lack of knowledge in the Medicare field. What is worse is agents would pigeonhole individuals in the few companies or plans they offered. Common complaints we heard were:
Since we had close to 20 years of combined Medicare insurance experience, both of us were captive and independent, and we were both somewhat financially secure finally 😊, we decided we could change Medicare for local South Dakota residents.
Great Plains Medicare offers every insurance company and plan available, which allows us to offer the Sioux Falls and surrounding communities the insurance knowledge, medical options, prescription services, and plan comparisons they never had before. We pride ourselves on full transparency, and if someone is already on the correct plan, we will let them know that, and explain how to take advantage of some benefits they might not be aware of.
The Great Plains Medicare insurance expertise includes the state of South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, SW Minnesota, and NW Iowa.
We truly love coming to work and sharing insurance information with the people who need it most. Since opening in 2020, we are proud that Great Plains Medicare already has more than 600 members. Hopefully, our rapid growth helps prove we take care of our people.
Grew up in Sioux Falls, SD then attended the University of South Dakota. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in business in 2010, went to work for Farm Bureau as an insurance agent for property/casualty - life/health. Also had a side gig traveling the state as a Humana MECA broker. In 2015 moved to the wonderful world of independent insurance working for Koch Insurance in Tea, SD doing the same plus being their Medicare Specialist. Left Koch Insurance in 2020 to start my long-time dream of opening Great Plains Medicare.
Married to the other lovely broker here, Siera, and have a happy little baby girl named Nelle. Live in SW Sioux Falls, only a couple miles from both parents. Have 3 very entertaining dogs. Loves most sports, woodworking, the water, and, of course his family.
Moved to Sioux Falls over 20 years ago after growing up in Tyndall, SD. Ever since high school, worked at an assisted living facility, The Inn on Westport, and learned I had a passion working with the senior population. In 2010 earned a degree as a Pharmacy Technician at Southeast Tech. First career job was at a long-term-care pharmacy compounding and filling medications for local nursing homes. Mid 2015 became a Humana Medicare agent, being their South Dakota / NW Iowa rep. Wanting to give members the opportunity to look at all Medicare options, went independent in 2020 at GPM.
Met Joe in high school and married in 2016. Have 2 spoiled dogs, a Border Collie & Sheltie. In early 2023 had first child, Nelle Mable, a sweet little girl. Enjoys cooking, baking sourdough, reading, party planning, and spending time with family.
Grew up a couple miles outside of Sioux Falls, SD. Attended South Dakota State University earning a bachelor's degree in marketing. Worked several years in hospitality, which lead to a career in wine and spirit sales in 2017. Wanting to try something new, in 2023 joined the Great Plains Medicare team.
Enjoys baking, trying new wines, being outdoors in the sunshine, and spending time with people I love. Can't forget about my beloved pup Pheebs.
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