How long does licensing take for a new health facility in New Mexico?
Before an annual license is granted, the typical steps include a letter of intent, application package, annotated policies, plan review, life safety inspection (if needed), temporary license, and first health survey. Our kits and checklists help you submit complete documentation the first time.
Which background checks are required for hired caregivers?
New Mexico maintains an Employee Abuse Registry and a Caregivers Criminal History Screening Program. Before hiring, facilities must verify applicants have cleared screening, are not listed on the registry, and retain documentation for surveyors.
Do home health or hospice agencies need life safety inspections?
Most facility types require life safety code reviews. While building plan approvals are usually unnecessary for home health and in-home hospice agencies, an initial health survey is still required before the annual license is issued.
How does Medicaid enrollment work under Turquoise Care and the waivers?
Facility types use Turquoise Care managed care plans to enroll in Medicaid. Under DDSD waiver programs such as DD Waiver, Supports Waiver, Medically Fragile Waiver, and Mi Via, community programs serving individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities must enroll and undergo surveys. Our team prepares your payer enrollment documents and required program policies.
What about behavioral health programs like CMHCs, crisis services, or opioid treatment?
In New Mexico, crisis triage centers and community mental health facilities are licensed categories. Opioid treatment programs must meet both state and federal OTP standards. Our BH policy sets cover clinical governance, staffing, credentialing, incident reporting, and quality management.
