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Native American Liaison

Pharon Morgan, Tribal Liaison

HCA’s Native American Liaison monitors state-tribal issues for the Department, assists in formalizing the Department’s government-to-government relations, and works with the Department of Indian Affairs.

The Department works to achieve the goals and objectives of HCA’s Native American Initiative by liaising with tribal health and human services staff. Through outreach and communication, the liaison addresses tribal concerns and gathers input regarding Native American issues across multiple state and federal program areas.

Native American Services and Programs

New Mexico Medicaid works in close partnership with Native American leaders to improve health outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native communities across the state. Guided by respect for Tribal sovereignty and cultural practices, these efforts reflect a long-term commitment to ensuring that care is accessible, culturally appropriate, and responsive to community priorities among the 23 federally recognized Tribes, Nations, and Pueblos in New Mexico. See this one page explainer of some of the initiatives and ways to engage with us.

Native American Services Explainer (4/15/2026-PDF)

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