New Mexico Medical Society

04/28/2026

For every generation, vaccines work. In the last 50 years, vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives, nearly 6 lives every minute. This World Immunization Week, we celebrate the physicians and families who help protect our communities from preventable diseases.

04/24/2026

Every patient deserves a trusted physician to be on their side, explaining health conditions, answering questions, and ensuring patients truly understand their care. Physicians bring expertise, empathy, and years of training to the patient-physician relationship – and Medicaid protects a physician’s ability to provide care and ensures access to care for patients who need it most.

When we strengthen Medicaid, we strengthen the patient-physician relationship. More: www.nmms.org/your-care-is-at-our-core/

04/22/2026

The New Mexico Medical Society offers a free service to help New Mexico residents find a physician, based on the criteria important to you.

Enter your zip code and a speciality to see a directory of NMMS physicians who are nearby and ready to take care of you!

Visit www.nmms.org/find-a-physician/ to try this service.

04/20/2026

"New Mexico has faced its share of health care challenges in recent years, but perhaps none has been more urgent than the loss of physicians, many of whom cite the state’s extreme malpractice climate as a major reason for leaving."

The New Mexico Medical Society was proud to facilitate meaningful engagement from doctors across the state that resulted in the passage of HB 99. This legislation will make New Mexico a better place to practice medicine for doctors and result in greater access to healthcare for patients.

Read more about the years-long fight to pass medical malpractice legislation in New Mexico at www.medicaleconomics.com/view/physicians-fight-for-malpractice-reform-and-win

04/17/2026

More than 1 in 4 physicians reported prior authorization has led to a serious adverse event for a patient in their care. Dr. Bruce A. Scott underscores the importance of keeping treatment decisions between a patient and a physician in a recent testimonial.

“The patients and the physicians work together to develop a plan, and they know what is best for them. The insurance company should not be inserting themselves into that relationship.”

Learn how the New Mexico Medical Society is fighting back against red tape in health care: www.nmms.org/your-care-is-at-our-core/

04/14/2026

🚨NM funding application deadline on Sunday🚨

The Rural Health Care Delivery Fund (RHCDF) supports improved access to quality health care in rural New Mexico. The $50 million fund will support ongoing operational costs for rural healthcare providers and facilities, helping maintain quality care in rural communities.

For more information about the program and to apply, go to www.hca.nm.gov/primary-care-council/rural-health-care-delivery-fund/

04/10/2026

This National Public Health Week, we’re celebrating New Mexico's physicians who are at the heart of public health.

A physician’s years of education and training make them well equipped to be leaders on the health care team - supporting and treating patients with care. Learn more: https://www.nmms.org/your-care-is-at-our-core/

04/08/2026

This spring, NMMS is relaunching Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day through a recognition luncheon on April 17, 2026. Join colleagues from across New Mexico to connect, learn, collaborate, and celebrate the teams behind meaningful healthcare education.

✅ Open to all healthcare CEP, educators, and physicians
✅ Attend in person or online
✅ Spring registration discount available

Register at https://www.nmms.org/healthcare-continuing-education-professionals-day/

04/08/2026

"No single issue has driven more physicians out of New Mexico — or discouraged more from coming — than our medical malpractice environment. For years, the liability climate here was among the most hostile in the country."

Annie Jung, Executive Director of the New Mexico Medical Society (NMMS), recapped the historic wins from this year's legislative session, highlighting the essential work physicans provide for New Mexico's residents. Medical malpractice reform would not have been possible without support from the Governor and bill sponsors and the long-term work by the NMMS.

Read more at

If you have ever waited six weeks to see a specialist, driven an hour each way to find a doctor who takes your insurance, or been told your community clinic

04/04/2026

Physicians choose medicine to make a difference in their communities and connect with patients – and Medicaid helps make that care accessible to millions of patients.

Medicaid helps preserve the sanctity of the patient-physician relationship, enabling physicians to provide care and patients to receive care. Learn more: nmms.org/your-care-is-at-our-core/

04/01/2026

Rural healthcare providers and facilities can apply for stabilization funding from New Mexico’s Rural Health Care Delivery Fund through April 19th. This fund was established in 2023 and most recently replenished during the October 2025 special legislative session, representing a big win for rural physicians and patients.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said, “This investment strengthens the backbone of rural healthcare in New Mexico by helping providers keep their doors open and ensuring families have access to care close to home.”

Read more: https://ladailypost.com/rural-healthcare-providers-can-now-apply-for-50m-to-stabilize-access/

03/31/2026

You've heard about HB 99, but do you know what was actually included in this landmark medical malpractice legislation?

HB 99 addressed punitive damages, insurance affordability, and lawsuit deterrence. These reforms support physicians and will increase healthcare access and affordability across the state.

Read more about HB 99: roadrunnercapitol.biz/bill/5478