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Trusted Athletic Insurance Solutions for Colleges & High Schools
Dissinger Reed has been a leader in athletic insurance since 1982, specializing in tailored solutions for collegiate and high school athletic programs. Our expertise in market conditions, regulatory compliance, and risk management has established us as the trusted choice for over 250 colleges, 26 state high school associations, and the National Federation of State High School Associations. With a focus on innovation and client-centric service, we deliver comprehensive coverage including catastrophic accident insurance, student health plans, and mental health services.Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of experience, ensuring clients receive strategic guidance and personalized support. Backed by strong industry partnerships and a commitment to education, we empower institutions to navigate insurance complexities with confidence. Our reputation for reliability and excellence is reflected in long-standing client relationships and industry recognition.
Services
Athletic Insurance Programs
Student Health Insurance
Catastrophic Accident Coverage
Mental Health Services
International Student Insurance
Professional Liability Insurance
Event Cancellation Insurance
Telemedicine Programs
Catastrophic Cash Benefits
Camp & Clinic Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have specialized in athletic insurance since 1982 with unmatched industry expertise.
- Our team provides personalized service with frequent communication and follow-through.
- We offer comprehensive coverage tailored to evolving regulatory and market conditions.
- Our reputation is built on decades of serving over 250 higher education institutions.
- We partner with top carriers to deliver innovative solutions like telehealth services.
What people say
Exceptional service
Proactive support
Comprehensive coverage
Trusted partner
Reliable solutions
Services
Athletic Insurance Programs
We design customized insurance programs for collegiate and high school athletic departments, covering catastrophic injuries, medical expenses, and liability risks. Our solutions include primary/secondary coverage, cheer/dance protection, and 24/7 claims management. Institutions benefit from partnerships with top carriers and tailored plans that meet NCAA, NAIA, and state association requirements.
Student Health Insurance
Our campus-wide health insurance plans cater to domestic and international students, offering ACA-compliant options with prescription coverage and telehealth services. Plans integrate with institutional health centers and include catastrophic benefits for athletic injuries. We provide flexible enrollment options and support for institutions to meet healthcare compliance standards.
Catastrophic Accident Coverage
This coverage protects institutions and students against high-cost injuries with benefits up to $10 million, including paralysis or coma support. Policies feature customizable deductibles and lifetime benefit options. We assist in plan design and catastrophic risk management for NCAA divisions and state high school associations.
Mental Health Services
Through partnerships like Talkspace, we offer 24/7 online therapy with 5,000+ licensed therapists. Services include anxiety, depression, and trauma support via text/video messaging. Our HIPAA-compliant platform complements campus counseling resources and addresses barriers to traditional mental health care access.
Professional Liability Insurance
Tailored liability policies for athletic trainers and fitness professionals include defense cost coverage and portable protection. Plans start at $220/year with sexual misconduct defense up to $25,000. We partner with CM&F Group to provide affordable, comprehensive policies with flexible consent-to-settle terms.
People
Christian Reed
Executive Vice President/Practice Leader
Christian Reed leads Dissinger Reed as Executive Vice President, driving growth since purchasing the agency in 2009. With expertise in sales and strategic planning, he expanded services for collegiate and high school clients. A graduate of Arizona State University, he focuses on family-oriented leadership while coaching youth sports.
Ed Dissinger
Founder (Retired)
Ed Dissinger founded the agency in 2001 after a 46-year insurance career, including establishing Lockton's Employee Benefit Division. He pioneered athletic insurance specialization before retiring in 2019. His legacy continues through family leadership and industry impact across eight children and 19 grandchildren.
Mindee Holmes
Senior Vice President
Mindee Holmes oversees high school association business and agency operations, joining Dissinger Reed in 2005. With insurance experience since 1993, she combines strategic oversight with musical hobbies. Based in Olathe, Kansas, she contributes to financial management and client relations.
Chris Nixon
Senior Vice President
Chris Nixon leads collegiate sales, serving over 60 institutions since joining in 2010. A University of Kansas alumnus, he specializes in innovative insurance solutions while raising a Jayhawks-supporting family in Overland Park. His background includes professional relationship-building in mountain communities.
Chuck Howze
Vice President
Chuck Howze provides collegiate insurance solutions leveraging employee benefits expertise. A former Florida resident turned Kansas resident, he combines Gators fandom with client-focused innovation. His approach emphasizes customized plans and long-term institutional partnerships.
Questions
What types of institutions does Dissinger Reed insure?
We specialize in insurance for NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA institutions, state high school associations, and the National Federation of State High School Associations.
Do you offer mental health coverage for student-athletes?
Yes, through our partnership with Talkspace, we provide 24/7 online therapy with licensed therapists as part of comprehensive mental health programs.
What catastrophic coverage options are available?
We offer catastrophic accident insurance with benefits up to $10 million, including lifetime coverage options and accidental death benefits for collegiate and high school programs.
Can international students get coverage?
Yes, we provide international student insurance plans compliant with U.S. healthcare laws, covering athletics, medical evacuation, and repatriation for F-1/J-1 visa holders.
Do you provide liability insurance for athletic trainers?
We offer professional liability insurance through CM&F Group with defense cost coverage, starting at $220/year for employed trainers.
How do you handle claims management?
Our 24/7 claims platform allows online review and management with third-party administrator partnerships for efficient processing and repricing.
