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To transform lives. Working with our partners, we design and deliver innovative, high quality health and human services that improve the security and promote independence for New Mexicans in their communities.
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The Human Services Department provides services and benefits to 1,100,445 New Mexicans through several programs including Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Child Support, and several Behavioral Health Services.
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The Latest News From HSD
New Mexico Medicaid receives federal approval to begin innovative health care programs
New programs will address needs for nutritious food during pregnancy, medical respite housing, and successful exits from incarceration SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) announced today that the state has received federal approval...
New Mexico Selected for National Behavioral Health Policy Academy
State to explore and advance behavioral health workforce strategies SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) announced today that New Mexico is one of five states selected to participate in the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP)...
Los beneficios de comida preparada se extienden debido a incendios forestales e inundaciones
Los clientes de SNAP pueden comprar alimentos listos para comer hasta el 25 de agosto SANTA FE – Los clientes del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP, por sus siglas en inglés) en Nuevo México pueden usar sus tarjetas de...
Hot food benefits extended due to wildfires and floods
SNAP customers can purchase ready-to-eat foods through August 25 SANTA FE – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers in New Mexico can use their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards to purchase hot prepared foods from deli departments...
New Mexico Medicaid to hold online public meetings on long term care provider rates
Stakeholders invited to provide input on rate development for community benefit program SANTA FE — New Mexico Medicaid will hold public meetings for stakeholders interested in the process of establishing long-term care rates for the Agency-Based Community...
New Mexico saves thousands of children from losing Medicaid coverage
SANTA FE — This month, New Mexico will reinstate Medicaid coverage for approximately 21,000 children, giving their families a second chance to renew their health care coverage, the New Mexico Health Care Authority announced today. “Keeping children...
New Mexico eliminates child support fees to aid families
SANTA FE – In a significant move to support families, the New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) announced today that they have eliminated program fees for child support services. This policy change aims to encourage more parents and guardians raising children...