I wouldn't drop your work insurance, especially since they probably pay some of it or get a group discount, etc. I am self-insured through my state and it is very expensive! You can add insurance but opting out of work insurance, which is usually fine for medical issues, could cost you more money in the long run.
It looks like Colorado has some good programs?
http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite.../1251581077594