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We started Nestwell after our own insurance headaches.

Founded in 2016 by two former hospital billing specialists who were tired of seeing families surprised by bills they didn’t understand.

The Nestwell team working together around a table

5,400+

people covered

320

small businesses served

9

carriers compared

4.9

average review rating

Nestwell advisors talking with clients around a cafe table

What guides us

Health insurance shouldn’t feel like a puzzle. We explain every plan in plain words, recommend only what fits and stay with you after you enroll.

  • Independent — we’re not owned by any insurance company
  • Licensed in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico
  • Bilingual advisors in English and Spanish
  • Help with claims and billing, all year

Your advisors

Every advisor is licensed in health insurance and certified for the Marketplace each year.

Portrait of Elena Ruiz

Elena Ruiz

Co-founder

Former hospital billing lead. License #DEMO-0000.

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Marcus Tan

Co-founder, group benefits

Small business and ICHRA specialist. License #DEMO-0000.

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Maya Collins

Family plans advisor

Helps freelancers and families find subsidies. License #DEMO-0000.

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Andre Wallace

Client care advisor

Your go-to for claims and billing questions. License #DEMO-0000.

Coverage questions? Talk to a real person.

Our licensed advisors answer the phone themselves. No call centers, no hold music marathons.