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Individual Disability Insurance  ·  MO  ·  IA  ·  KS  ·  IL

Protect Your Income. Protect Your Future.

Individual Disability Insurance from Brawner Insurance protects your income if illness or injury prevents you from working. We help professionals and individuals across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Illinois find affordable disability coverage from multiple top carriers.

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50+ Carriers
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MO, KS, IA, IL
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80+ Reviews
Income ProtectionReplace 50-70% of your salary
Independent AgencyWe shop 50+ carriers
4 States CoveredMO, KS, IA, IL
Local SupportTwo Missouri offices
Why It Matters

Why Professionals Choose Brawner Insurance

Your ability to earn a living is your most valuable financial asset. If illness or injury prevented you from working for months or years, how would you pay your bills, mortgage, or family expenses? Most people are more likely to become disabled than to die during their working years — yet many have no income protection.

As an independent insurance agency since 1992, Brawner Insurance helps professionals, business owners, and individuals find Individual Disability Insurance that protects their income and lifestyle. We compare quotes from multiple top carriers to find affordable coverage with strong protections.

Individual Disability Insurance protection
50-70%of your income replaced when disabled
Tax-Freebenefits from individually-owned policies
Since 1992serving Midwest professionals and families

From doctors and lawyers to small business owners and salaried employees, Brawner Insurance helps people across the Midwest protect their income with affordable disability insurance. Independent agency advantage means we shop multiple carriers for the best rates.

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Protect your income from disability.

We will calculate your coverage needs, compare quotes from multiple top carriers, and help you find affordable disability insurance — at no cost to you.

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Coverage Options

Disability Coverage Through Brawner

Disability insurance protects your most valuable asset — your ability to earn income. Here is what we help individuals put in place.

Income Replacement

Income Replacement

Individual Disability Insurance replaces 50-70% of your income if illness or injury prevents you from working — protecting your ability to pay your mortgage, bills, and family expenses.

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Short-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Short-term disability covers temporary disabilities lasting weeks or months — typically paying benefits for 3-12 months after a brief waiting period of 0-14 days.

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Long-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Long-term disability covers serious disabilities lasting years — typically paying benefits until age 65 or 67, providing critical protection for life-altering health events.

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Own-Occupation Coverage

Own-Occupation Coverage

Own-occupation coverage pays benefits if you cannot perform YOUR specific job — even if you could work in a different field. This is the strongest disability protection available.

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Tax-Free Benefits

Tax-Free Benefits

Disability benefits from policies you pay for personally are typically tax-free — meaning every dollar of your benefit goes directly to supporting you and your family during recovery.

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Every Situation Is Different

Build your policy.

We tailor disability coverage to your occupation, income, and risk tolerance — every professional is unique.

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Your Options

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Disability — Which Fits You?

The two main types of disability insurance work very differently. Most professionals need both for complete protection.

Option 1

Short-Term Disability

  • Covers temporary disabilities of weeks or months
  • Benefits begin after 0-14 day waiting period
  • Typically pays for 3-12 months
  • Replaces 60-70% of income during recovery
  • Ideal for surgeries, childbirth, short illnesses
  • Often offered through employers or individually

Best for: people who need immediate income protection for temporary setbacks.

Option 2

Long-Term Disability

  • Covers serious disabilities lasting years
  • Benefits begin after 90-180 day waiting period
  • Typically pays until age 65 or 67
  • Replaces 50-70% of income long-term
  • Ideal for chronic illness, serious injury
  • Most critical coverage for professionals

Best for: professionals who need to protect decades of future earning potential.

Not sure which you need? Most professionals benefit from both — and we will help you decide.

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Not sure what coverage is right for you?

We will review your occupation, income, and needs to build the right disability protection.

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Key Facts

What You Should Know About Disability

Understanding these key facts helps you choose the right disability protection for your situation.

1 in 4 Workers

About 1 in 4 of today's 20-year-olds will become disabled before retirement. Disability is more common than most people realize.

Not Just Accidents

Most long-term disabilities are caused by illness, not accidents — conditions like cancer, heart disease, and musculoskeletal issues.

Short vs Long-Term

Short-term policies cover weeks to months. Long-term policies protect for years — often until retirement age.

Own-Occupation Matters

Own-occupation coverage pays if you cannot perform YOUR specific job — the gold standard for professionals.

Planning Tip: Lock in coverage while you are young and healthy. Rates are based on age and health at the time of application — the younger you apply, the more affordable your protection.

Our Process

How We Help You Choose

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Review Your Situation

We learn about your occupation, income, existing coverage, and goals so we can recommend the right disability policy.

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Compare Carriers

We shop your disability coverage across top carriers to find competitive pricing and the right policy features.

3

Explain Your Options

We walk through coverages, definitions, elimination periods, and benefit periods in plain language — no jargon.

4

Set Up and Support

We handle the application, paperwork, and stay available year-round for claims and questions.

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Practical guidance to help you make confident insurance decisions.

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Getting Started

How Disability Insurance Works

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Free Consultation

We start by understanding your occupation, income, and financial obligations so we can recommend the right disability policy.

2

Plan Comparison

We compare disability policies from multiple top carriers, explaining coverages and costs in plain English.

3

Easy Enrollment

Once you choose a policy, we handle the paperwork and make sure everything is in force.

4

Year-Round Support

Brawner Insurance is here all year for claims, billing questions, and annual reviews — you have a real advocate.

Client Reviews

Trusted by Professionals Across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas & Illinois

See why professionals across the Midwest trust Brawner Insurance for disability coverage.

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Based on 80+ Google Reviews
Daniel Goodman
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"If you are shopping for peace of mind with insurance contact Caitlin Howe at Brawner. Not to mention correctly written policies, surprisingly good rates and excellent customer service."

Alyssa Baker
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"Caitlin Howe at Brawner Insurance was very helpful, and made sure everything was done perfectly. She made the process stress and worry free. Best insurance agent hands down I have worked with."

Corey S
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"Brawner recently quoted our district insurance. Jacob was professional and easy to work with. The Board of Directors chose VFIS through Brawner for the best and cost efficient coverage."

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Common Questions

Disability Insurance FAQ

What is Individual Disability Insurance?

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Individual Disability Insurance (IDI) is a policy you own that replaces a portion of your income (typically 50-70%) if illness or injury prevents you from working. Unlike group disability through employers, individual policies are portable and typically tax-free.

Why do I need Disability Insurance?

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Most people are more likely to become disabled than to die during their working years. Without disability insurance, a serious illness or injury could devastate your finances. Disability insurance protects your ability to earn a living — your most valuable asset.

How much Disability coverage do I need?

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Most people need to replace 50-70% of their income to maintain their standard of living. Brawner Insurance helps calculate the right monthly benefit based on your income, expenses, and other coverage you may already have.

How much does Disability Insurance cost?

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Costs vary based on age, occupation, income, health, and policy features. Most disability policies cost 1-3% of your annual income. Brawner Insurance compares quotes from multiple top disability insurers to find affordable coverage.

What is own-occupation coverage?

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Own-occupation coverage pays benefits if you cannot perform YOUR specific job — even if you could work in a different field. This is the strongest disability protection available and is especially valuable for professionals like doctors, lawyers, and executives.

Can Brawner Insurance help me find the right disability policy?

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Yes — as an independent insurance agency, Brawner Insurance shops disability coverage across multiple top carriers to find the right protection at a competitive rate. We work with clients across Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Illinois.

Protect your income today.

Brawner Insurance helps professionals and individuals across the Midwest find affordable Individual Disability Insurance from multiple top carriers — replacing 50-70% of income if disability strikes.

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Our Office Locations

Kirksville, MO

2605 N. Baltimore St., Kirksville, MO 63501

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Kahoka, MO

465 S. Johnson St., Kahoka, MO 63445

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