MISSION
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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Learn more about HSD's Social Impact Measures
A description of the measures and monthly data that can be viewed at the state or county level are available on the HSD Scorecard website.
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The Human Services Department provides services and benefits to 981,610 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. Click here to view a detailed explanation of the data analysis.
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The Latest News From HSD
HSD welcomes Melissa “Niki” Kozlowski as new director of Income Support Division
SANTA FE – Melissa “Niki” Kozlowski is the new director of the Income Support Division, announced by the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) today. With over two decades of experience in operational management within the private sector, Kozlowski brings a...
New Mexico receives $2 million in funds for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
New Mexicans to receive critical aid in managing home cooling costs SANTA FE – Today, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) selected HSD to receive a second release of grant funds for...
New Mexico extends Medicaid for vulnerable populations
Seniors receiving long-term care and people with disabilities extended for 12 months SANTA FE – Today, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced a significant extension of Medicaid coverage for seniors receiving long-term care and...
Medicaid open enrollment period now available
State to host statewide informational community events SANTA FE – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announces the open enrollment period for Medicaid under the new Turquoise Care program, from April 1, through May 31, 2024. This introduces...
New Mexico Medicaid announces coverage of Opill, the over-the-counter oral contraceptive
No-cost pregnancy tests and emergency contraception further expand reproductive health choices for New Mexicans SANTA FE — Today, the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced the inclusion of Opill, the first over-the-counter daily oral contraceptive...
New Mexico selected to join NASHP’s Health and Housing Institute
Initiative aims to revolutionize access to housing and health services for people experiencing homelessness and housing instability SANTA FE – The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) is pleased to announce that New Mexico has been selected, along with...
State partners with Medicaid MCOs to secure data and ensure timely payments during Change Healthcare cybersecurity breach
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) is collaborating with Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs) to protect provider and customer data due to the service outage at Change Healthcare, a key provider of health care management and payment...