ABOUT US
Unparalleled Health Insurance Services
Founded by Melissa Edwards, The Edwards Agency is dedicated to helping clients find the right protection for their health insurance needs. With over 25 years of experience serving the New Mexico community, Melissa brings deep industry knowledge and a strong commitment to personalized service.
Melissa and her team specialize in health insurance solutions for individuals and families, including Medicare plans and small group coverage for businesses. Their focus is on making quality, affordable coverage accessible, while guiding clients through their options with clarity and care.
Melissa Edwards
Melissa is a certified federal agent for the marketplace (FFM/healthcare.gov), a Circle of Champions recipient, certified with beWellnm (New Mexico's state exchange), and was announced as one of BeWell’s top 10 brokers for the the last 5+ years. Melissa has been in the health insurance industry and working directly with health insurance companies for 25 years.
Susan Garcia
Susan Garcia is a licensed agent and joined the team in 2022 and has been named a top 10 producer by Bewell and our local insurance carriers for the last 3 years. Susan has been in the health insurance industry for many years in different facets which allows her to navigate each situation with ease and understanding.
Madison Jaramillo
Madison Jaramillo, a licensed agent, began her time at The Edwards Agency in 2024 and quickly became an essential part of the team with her focus on client contact and outreach. Madison has background in healthcare, spending time in clinics and facilities, that enables her to understand the complexities of the healthcare system and its challenges, thus passing that knowledge to the consumer. Madison has also been named a 10 producer with Bewell.
Evan Hoagland
Evan Hoagland is a licensed health insurance agent who entered the industry in 2025 following a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force, where he held top security clearance. His military background instilled a strong commitment to integrity, precision, and service—qualities he now brings to every client interaction.
Despite being new to the insurance field, Evan quickly rose to become a top 10 producer with BeWell, demonstrating both his dedication and ability to deliver results. He is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate their health coverage options with confidence, providing personalized guidance and reliable solutions tailored to their needs.
We are proud to announce that every member of our team is a top producer with BeWell, Presbyterian, Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, and UnitedHealthcare—an achievement that reflects our consistent commitment to excellence, industry expertise, and exceptional client service.
Community positions include:
Melissa, Board of Directors, New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool
Melissa, Consumer Advisory Board, Presbyterian Health Plan
Melissa, Broker Advisory Council, beWellnm
Past community positions and awards include:
Melissa, Board of Directors, Friday Health Plan
Melissa, Board member, National Association of Health Underwriters
Melissa, Board member, NM Health Connections
Melissa, Consumer Advisory Board, Blue Cross Blue Sheild
Melissa, Chairperson, GAAR Affiliate Committee
Melissa, Affiliate of the Year Award recipient (2011), Greater Albuquerque Association of Realtors
Melissa, Friday Health Plan Top Producer Award 2022
Melissa, Bewell Top 10 Producer 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Susan, Bewell Top 10 Producer 2023, 2024, 2025
Madison, Bewell Top 10 Producer 2024, 2025
Evan, Bewell Too 10 Producer 2025
Melissa, Top Producer, BCBS 2023, 2024, 2025
Melissa, Top Producer, Presbyterian, 2023, 2024, 2025
Susan, Top Producer 2025, Presbyterian, UnitedHealthcare, BCBS
Madison, Top Producer 2025, Presbyterian, UnitedHealthcare
Evan, Top Producer, 2025, Presbyterian, United Healthcare