Licensed health insurance agent · 13+ years

Clear guidance on health coverage for you, your family, and your business.

Chris Downham helps individuals, families, and small business owners compare every plan available in their county, on and off the ACA Marketplace, and choose coverage that fits their budget and health needs.

Your free plan review

  • ✓About 30 minutes by phone
  • ✓ACA and private plan options side by side
  • ✓Subsidy and 2027 Open Enrollment check
  • ✓No cost and no obligation

Services

Coverage options we help you compare

One conversation covers the plans you are eligible for, explained in plain language.

Individual & Family Health

Coverage for just you or the whole household, chosen around your doctors, prescriptions, and budget.

ACA Marketplace Plans

Enrollment help and subsidy eligibility review, especially valuable when affordability or pre-existing conditions are a concern.

Private, Non-ACA Plans

Alternatives for self-employed people, small business owners, and families who earn too much for subsidies, available in most areas, including outside Open Enrollment.

Dental & Vision

Stand-alone or bundled dental and vision coverage to round out your health plan.

Life Insurance

Straightforward life coverage to protect the people who depend on you.

Small Business Owners

Guidance for owners who need practical coverage for themselves and their families.

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For individuals & familiesCoverage built around your doctors, prescriptions, and budget.
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For small business ownersPractical options when you earn too much for subsidies.

We do not recommend health sharing ministries or short-term plans as a substitute for real insurance. Our goal is coverage that pays when you need it.

Why work with an agent

Expert help at no cost to you

Insurance companies pay the agent directly, so you get personal guidance without paying a fee or a higher premium.

Chris's licenses allow him to show and explain every plan available in your county, so you can see the full picture before deciding, instead of being steered toward a single option.

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A real person on the phonePlan reviews by phone or video, typically about 30 minutes.
  1. ReviewWhat your current or renewal plan really costs: premium, deductible, and out-of-pocket maximum.
  2. CompareACA and private options side by side, matched to your doctors and prescriptions.
  3. EnrollHelp completing enrollment before the deadline, and support after you're covered.

Where we serve

Licensed in 31 states

Headquartered in Oklahoma City and serving clients by phone and video across the Mountain West, Plains, Midwest, South, and Mid-Atlantic.

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Mountain West

Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Colorado

Plains & Texas

South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Iowa, Missouri

Great Lakes & Midwest

Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio

Mid-Atlantic

Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware

South

Arkansas, Louisiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina

Coverage map

Hover or tap a state to check licensing status.

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About Chris

Chris Downham, Licensed Health Insurance Agent

For more than 13 years, Chris has helped people on and off ACA plans find coverage that makes sense. He specializes in clients who don't fit neatly into the ACA box, often because their income is too high for subsidies, while still enrolling clients in Marketplace plans whenever those are the better fit.

His approach is simple: explain every option honestly, avoid products that are likely to leave you without coverage, and be there when you actually need to use your plan.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to work with Chris?

Nothing. Agents are compensated by the insurance companies, so a plan review, quote, and enrollment carry no fee for you, and your premium is the same as buying direct.

Why do premiums keep rising, even if I'm healthy?

Individual health insurance pricing is largely set by the overall health and cost of care in your county and rating area, not your personal medical history. Subsidy structures also shift costs onto households that do not qualify for assistance, which is why many people see increases regardless of their own health.

What is the difference between an ACA plan and a non-ACA plan?

ACA (Marketplace) plans are standardized, guarantee coverage for pre-existing conditions, and may qualify for income-based subsidies. Private, non-ACA plans may use medical underwriting and can be a fit for some people who earn too much for subsidies. Chris reviews both and recommends whichever actually fits your situation.

I rarely see a doctor. Do I really need coverage?

Routine visits and generic prescriptions are often affordable out of pocket. Insurance exists for the major events: a serious diagnosis, surgery, or specialist care after an emergency. Coverage is generally easier and less expensive to secure while you are healthy.

Can I lower what I pay out of pocket for everyday care?

Often, yes. Many plans pay little until a high deductible is met. Some lesser-known plan designs help with common services up front. Chris will walk through how each option handles the care you actually use.

Do you offer health sharing ministries or short-term plans?

Chris generally does not recommend them. These arrangements are not insurance and may limit or deny claims under their terms. The focus is on real coverage that is there when you need it.

When is 2027 Open Enrollment?

Open Enrollment runs November 1 through December 15, 2026 for coverage starting January 1. In most states using HealthCare.gov, January 15, 2027 is the final deadline (coverage starts February 1). Some state-run exchanges set different dates. Outside Open Enrollment, private options may still be available in many areas.

Contact

Let's review your options

Book a free plan review online, or reach Chris directly by phone or email.

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Office
5909 NW Expressway, Suite 410
Oklahoma City, OK 73132
Phone
405-778-9211
Email
downhamagency@gmail.com