About WellCheck
Empowering Healthier Communities Through Innovation
Backed by more than 30 years of enterprise compliance and technology experience, WellCheck is an award-winning leader in public health innovation, dedicated to transforming health equity across communities nationwide. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, we’re passionate about empowering municipalities, health care providers, community-based organizations, and educational institutions with cutting-edge technology that drives impactful change.
At WellCheck, we specialize in developing cutting-edge, HIPAA-compliant software solutions for public health and school-based health initiatives. Our patent-pending technology empowers municipalities and educational institutions to streamline critical processes and expand access to care for those who need it most. We understand the unique challenges faced by public health organizations, and we’ve built our suite of tools – including digital enrollment, consent form management, and a closed-loop referral platform – to address these challenges head-on. We believe that technology should be a tool for empowerment, not a barrier to progress.
By leveraging technology, we are breaking down barriers to care and ensuring that vital public health programs are more efficient, accessible, and impactful. WellCheck is driven by a deep-seated desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and communities, supporting vital public health initiatives with the power of technology.
We are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, developing new and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the public health sector. WellCheck works closely with our clients to understand their unique challenges and develop tailored solutions that deliver measurable results.
WellCheck is proud to be at the forefront of this critical work, and we are excited to continue innovating and empowering healthier communities for years to come. Join us in building a brighter, healthier future for all.
Our Health and Safety Digital Transformation History
WellCheck
WellCheck launched in 2019 as a HIPAA-compliant digital health and wellness screening tool. Today, it’s used by business, government, and other organizations to conduct a wide array of ongoing health checks.
Companies use it to promote workplace safety and manage staffing needs. For example, if an employee gets injured at work, WellCheck lets the employer check in on the employee’s recovery and issue reminders to do physical therapy exercises. County health departments use it to screen residents for mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence, then direct those residents to resources. Many organizations also use it for emergency notifications. Our respondent data dashboard lets you instantly assess the health of your entire population and stay aware of any changes.
The possibilities are vast, and we’re excited to partner with organizations to develop new uses for this highly customizable platform. Our cross-platform web app offers a simple, HIPAA-compliant way to screen for a variety of health-related concerns and route users to response-specific protocols, creating a safer and healthier workplace. WellCheck is easy to implement, so most clients can be up and running within hours.
VaccineCheck
The COVID-19 pandemic brought a new dimension to workplace health and safety. In 2020, we launched VaccineCheck, using WellCheck’s HIPAA-compliant technology for COVID symptom screening, testing reminders and results, vaccine verification, and return-to-work procedures. As well as organizations, many individuals use VaccineCheck’s Digital Health Pass to securely and privately display proof of vaccination for travel and other situations.
VaccineCheck verifies vaccinations with more than 60 state and local vaccine registries – even if the original vaccination record has been lost or damaged. Each Digital Health Pass is approved by a medical professional and contains a QR code that can be scanned by any QR code reader.
VaccineCheck for Business, Schools, and Events offers flexible solutions (including white-label options) to verify employees’ and visitors’ health status. Our platform enables you to screen your workforce and visitors, verify vaccination status, manage vaccine exemptions, issue testing reminders, and analyze data at a glance with our compliance tracking dashboard.
Our Clients
Our Team
We believe our team is the most important ingredient for our success, and could not be more grateful for finding and working with this special group of people.
Chris Nickerson
CEO
Chris Nickerson is the Chief Executive Officer of WellCheck, a pioneering technology company transforming healthcare and social care coordination through its Closed Loop Referral System (CLRS). Under his leadership, WellCheck has redefined how healthcare providers, Local Health Departments, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), and School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) address Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) by streamlining referral processes, enhancing care coordination, and improving access to critical services.
WellCheck’s CLRS technology seamlessly connects a broad network of services, both clinical and nonclinical, enabling healthcare organizations and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) to efficiently manage referrals while also providing direct self-referral access for community members. By focusing on regulatory compliance, data security, and interoperability, WellCheck has become a trusted partner for organizations seeking scalable, user-friendly SaaS solutions that enhance collaboration and improve health equity.
Chris has spearheaded partnerships with Local Health Departments across the country, playing a key role in advancing wellness assessments, behavioral health initiatives, and healthcare access. His expertise has also led to collaborations with major organizations such as Harley-Davidson, Coca-Cola, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Vroom, ECU Health, Sierra Nevada Brewing, NPR, The Hartford, and BBB. In recognition of its innovative contributions, WellCheck was awarded the “Innovation Award” by the St. Mary’s County Health Department in Maryland in April 2022.
Committed to driving technological advancement in healthcare and government enterprise SaaS development, Chris integrates data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning into WellCheck’s platforms. His vision is to empower organizations with cutting-edge solutions that improve patient outcomes, enhance governance efficiency, and create a lasting positive impact on public health and community well-being.
Natalie Santos Ferguson
COO
Natalie is a marketing and operations executive with 20+ years of experience in the CPG, sports and technology fields. Proven record of leading high-performing teams, driving growth and maximizing profitability while reducing costs. Specialization in sports sponsorship, partnerships and influencer marketing. Experience with a variety of brands including: PowerBar, Nestle, and Coca-Cola.
Tan Lu
CTO
As our Chief Technology Officer, Tan Lu brings over twenty years of experience in building enterprise IT solutions, and has led teams to build innovative products in various industries. Tan holds 13 patents, a MS in computer engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, and an MBA from Columbia University.
Darlene Mitchell
Director of Customer Success
As the Director of Client Success at WellCheck. Ms. Mitchell brings 20 years of Customer Service and Business to Business Sales Support experience. Darlene worked for Bloomberg BNA for 10 years, where she was the single point of contact for BNA’s largest law firm customers and the Legal Solutions Sales Consultants serving those clients. She has considerable experience with contract review, billing, pricing, web navigation, and problem solving.
Madison Bush
Account Manager
Madison Bush, WellCheck Account Manager, joined our team in November 2021. She loves working with her clients, making their lives easier with our technology, and delivering top notch service, support and responsiveness with each. Originally hailing from California, Madison calls Nashville, Tennessee home where she lives with her husband, Daniel, and dog Rex. Madison is a cross fit competitor, and in her free time, is an amazing singer-songwriter.
Abigail Hopkins
Public Health Data Analyst
Abigail Hopkins joined WellCheck as a Health Care Specialist in June 2021. Ms. Hopkins is a graduate of the University of Delaware, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Public Health. Ms. Hopkins is passionate about wellness and pursues a Masters degree in public health. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading and travel.
Melissa Carroll
Office Administrator
Melissa Carroll provides administrative support and oversight of all daily office operations at WellCheck. Prior to accepting her position with WellCheck, Ms. Carroll worked with several trade associations, such as the Executive Director (Pennsylvania Association of Mortgage Brokers), Office Administrator (American Council of Engineering Companies of PA) and Membership Associate (Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials).
Maren Eells
Customer Support Representative
Maren Eells joined WellCheck as a Customer Support Representative in September 2021. Organized, responsive and friendly, Maren is a team player and always looking for her next project to master. Ms. Eells loves cooking, baking, drawing, and exploring the beauty of Southern Maryland with her dog Bailey.
Jaden Prowinski
Customer Support Representative
Jaden Prowinski, Customer Support Representative, began working at WellCheck in June 2020. Ms. Prowinski is from Southern Maryland, and she loves working at WellCheck because she believes she’s contributing to a larger purpose, assisting those in need all around the world.
Jameela Mitchell ANP-C, PMHNP-BC
Clinical Advisor
Jameela Mitchell is an Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Addiction medicine and Psychiatry. She obtained her Bachelors of Science at Coppin State University and then earned her Masters in Nursing from Walden University. Mrs. Mitchell later obtained a Post-Masters in Psychiatric Mental Health nursing at Liberty University to help bridge the gap and reduce the stigma associated with mental health disorders. She holds a dual certification with American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Board certified with American Nurses Credentialing Center as a PMHNP.
Bradford Davis
Advisor
Brad Davis manages the growth and development of our strategic medical providers partnerships throughout the country. The innovative E-VID network aligns forward thinking medical professionals with adaptive technology developers. These vital alliances provide clinical insight and ongoing support for the health and safety of the communities we serve.
Sara Madgey
Director of Education
Sara Madgey is an educator and entrepreneur with a passion to help others and solve problems. Ms. Madgey has over ten years of experience teaching at the elementary and middle school levels. She also works with teachers to train them on how to use and integrate new technology into their classrooms. Ms. Madgey started PinPoint Safety with the idea that emergency procedures in school systems could be improved with technology.
Getting Started
As organizational health and safety evolve, we aim to help you meet whatever challenges come your way. We’re proud to partner with organizations in 42 states, 7 countries, and all industries, including Coca-Cola, various NFL teams, and health departments and schools across the country.
We know that health and safety are urgent priorities for many organizations, so our solutions can be implemented within days. Reach out today to see how we can help your organization stay safe, healthy, and prepared.
WellCheck News
WellCheck & 19Labs Partnership Enhances Access to Health Care for Students throughout School Based Health Centers
Our strategic partnership with 19Labs integrates their GALE | Schools telehealth package with our School-Based Health Digital Enrollment Platform. This collaboration provides a comprehensive eClinic healthcare solution tailored for our school partners and streamlines how schools collect data, manage consent forms and other necessary documents.
The Critical Role of Health IT in New SDOH Screening Mandates
In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, healthcare organizations must take a unified approach when addressing patients’ social determinants of health (SDOH). This approach is now more crucial than ever, as starting from January 1, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will mandate the screening of five specific SDOH domains for admitted patients.
Empowering Community Health: WellCheck Unveils St. Mary’s Health & Wellness Portal in Collaboration with SMCHD
The St. Mary’s Health & Wellness Portal boasts a directory of free or reduced-cost local services provided by the health department and other community service entities. These services encompass a wide spectrum, ranging from health care and personal finance to conflict mediation, mental health support, and substance use recovery. The portal seamlessly interconnects these services, streamlining the referral process for healthcare providers and offering community members direct access for self-referral.
