New Mexico

New Mexico's RHCDF is launching a FY27-29 application cycle, with a $50M investment planned to support rural Medicaid providers across the state. The FY26-27 award cycle distributed $20M to 30 rural providers and facilities, including tribal, hospital, and behavioral health recipients. The funding aims to stabilize health care service operations in rural and high-need regions. Key contacts: hca.rhcdf@hca.nm.gov Event schedule: - RHCDF Application Opens - 03/16/2026 - Online - Technical Assistance Webinar: Overview and Application Guidance - 03/17/2026 - Online - Technical Assistance Webinar: Building a Strong Budget and Workplan - 03/20/2026 - Online

New Mexico's PCC developed a multi-year primary care transformation plan prioritizing Medicaid/rural workforce, health IT, payment reform, and health equity with an explicit budget proposed for SFY23-24. Key projects include a statewide community provider hub, a Semillas health workforce pipeline and mentoring program, and statewide data system improvements to monitor health equity and provider supply. Funding requests are tied to new Medicaid payment models, performance improvement infrastructure, and rural access initiatives directly supporting RHTP goals.

New Mexico HCA issued an RFP for Administrative Services Organization (ASO) services to support rural and behavioral health program administration including Rural Health Transformation Program domains. The proposals are due June 5, 2026, and submissions must be electronic via Submittable. Key contacts: Elisa Wrede Elisa.wrede@hca.nm.gov Event schedule: - proposal submission deadline - 06/05/2026 - 5:00 PM MT - electronic submission via Submittable

New Mexico HCA issues an RFP to competitively select an operator for the Center for Rural Health Sustainability Innovation (CRHSI) under the Rural Health Transformation Program, starting August 2026. The RFP emphasizes electronic submissions and strict deadline compliance. Key contacts: Nikki Swope nikki.swope@hca.nm.gov Event schedule: - Proposal Submission Deadline - 06/04/2026 - 5:00 PM MT - Electronic via Submittable

New Mexico received approximately $211M in federal funding for the Rural Health Transformation Program. Five core initiatives target specialty care access, workforce development, community innovation, provider stability, and improved data infrastructure. Stakeholder input drove program design, and implementation is underway with cross-agency collaboration and regional partnerships. Event schedule: - Application Released (CMS NOFO) - September 2025 - Submission Deadline - December 2025 - Award Decisions Announced - December 31, 2025 - Year 1 Reporting Due - August 30, 2026 - Fund Obligation Deadline - October 30, 2026 - Healthy Horizons ASO RFP Submission Due - May 28, 2026 - 5:00 PM MST - CRHSI Submission Due - June 4, 2026 - 5:00 PM MST - Stakeholder Advisory Committee Application Opens - Mid-June 2026

New Mexico is offering a $50 million Rural Health Care Delivery Fund Stabilization Grant program for FY27-29. The initiative seeks to financially stabilize rural clinics, hospitals, and healthcare providers by reimbursing eligible operating losses and protecting existing rural Medicaid services. Applications must be submitted by April 19, 2026 for one, two, or three years of support; all funds are reimbursement-only, not advance grants.

New Mexico's Turquoise Care Medicaid MCO procurement outlines a comprehensive strategy to improve quality, access, and equity for Medicaid members, focusing on population health streams and addressing cultural, behavioral, and social determinants. Children in State Custody will be served by a dedicated contractor with specialized care coordination and provider network requirements. Proposed initiatives include continuous enrollment for young children, expanded home visiting, supportive housing, and traditional healing benefits for Native Americans, pending 1115 waiver renewal.

This document is a CMS summary of FY26 Rural Health Transformation Program state applications. States propose initiatives targeting maternal health, chronic disease, workforce development, and digital/telehealth innovation. The summaries emphasize significant rural health disparities and outline diverse state approaches to improve access, quality, and sustainability.

This 5-year strategic plan outlines New Mexico’s roadmap to transform rural and statewide primary care, launching Medicaid payment reforms in 2024 and building primary care workforce capacity, especially in rural areas. Strategic priorities include health equity investment, primary care/behavioral health integration, EHR/data modernization, and expanded social supports and residency programs. The work is coordinated with the state’s Medicaid 1115 waiver demonstration and ongoing legislative and technical assistance activities.

The New Mexico Health Care Authority is soliciting applications for the $50 million Rural Healthcare Delivery Fund to stabilize essential rural healthcare services. Applications open March 16, 2026, with awards beginning August 1, 2026.

New Mexico HSD partners with CHESS Health to provide the Connections App, a digital recovery tool supporting SUD treatment adherence and peer support at no cost to providers or patients. The initiative includes training providers to implement the app and engage patients in ongoing recovery support.

This document outlines strategic goals for New Mexico Medicaid and primary care transformation aligned with health equity, payment reform, HIT investment, and workforce sustainability. Major initiatives include designing new Medicaid alternative payment models and investing in HIT for improved care. Implementation spans FY2023-FY2027 with recommendations for policy and fiscal change.

This Q&A provides clarifications for the ASO Services RFP, especially concerning the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), including domain mapping, federal compliance requirements, and applicable business preferences. It emphasizes that RHTP (Service Domain 3) is federally funded and does not apply New Mexico resident business preferences. The guidance also details requirements on system interfaces, reporting, monitoring, technology platforms, and approach expectations for scaling and oversight. Event schedule: - Proposal Reference Questionnaire Due Date - 05/20/2026 - 5:00 PM MST - Submittable - Cost Proposal Submission Deadline - 05/15/2026 - Submittable - year 1 RHTP funds obligation deadline - 2026-10-30 - proposal submission due date - 2026-06-11

New Mexico passed legislation to expand graduate medical education residency slots with priority for rural, underserved, and specialty shortage areas. An initial appropriation of $300,000 was made for the first funding round, supporting hospitals and health centers to create or expand GME programs.

The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) will launch on July 1, 2024, consolidating several state health and safety-net programs to improve service delivery and health outcomes statewide. Special emphasis is placed on rural health: increasing provider payments, establishing a Rural Health Care Delivery Fund, and expanding rural workforce training. HCA will continue key social programs and study expanded health coverage as mandated by state law.

The document announces the launch of the New Mexico Health Care Authority on July 1, 2024, consolidating several health-related state functions for improved coordination. It also introduces the transition to the Turquoise Care Managed Care Medicaid program, aiming for enhanced access, quality, and accountability.

The plan prioritizes health transformation for rural and underserved communities with new financial support mechanisms for rural health authorities and hospitals. Multiple initiatives support rural hospital viability, rural workforce, primary care access, and behavioral health infrastructure. Expands value-based care, payment models, technology upgrades, and Medicaid improvements targeting rural NM counties.