New Mexico Medical Board

The New Mexico Medical Board was established by the State Legislature “in the interest of the public health, safety and welfare and to protect the public from the improper, unprofessional, incompetent and unlawful practice of medicine.”
May Stats
Licenses issued (all license types)- 244 | Physician licenses issued- 116 | Expedited licenses issued- 6 | PA licenses issued- 13 | Anesthesiologist Assistant– 2 | Genetic Counselor– 3 | Resident Physician- 94 | Renewal applications processed since 04/01/2026- 3,053 | Licenses issued (all license types)- 244 | Physician licenses issued- 116 | Expedited licenses issued- 6 | PA licenses issued- 13 | Anesthesiologist Assistant– 2 | Genetic Counselor– 3 | Resident Physician- 94 | Renewal applications processed since 04/01/2026- 3,053 |

Notices and Alerts

URGENT SCAM WARNING

ADDITIONAL URGENT SCAM WARNING FROM THE NEW MEXICO MEDICAL BOARD
Several other scam calls have been reported to the NMMB in February 2020. In these calls, the caller appears to be calling from a NMMB number, 505-476-7220. Although this is our number, these are scam calls; the perpetrators of the scam have successfully cloned the Board’s phone number. In this scam, the male callers asked employers for information about specific physicians. If you or your organization receive a phone call from someone claiming to be from the Board, please call our offices immediately before giving out physician (or patient) information.

These scam calls are in addition to letters being sent to practitioners asking for patient information. These letters include what appears to be a replica of the Board’s logo.

If you receive a suspicious phone call from the New Mexico Medical Board office, please call Monique Parks immediately for handling. Monique may be reached at (505) 490-3903 or via email (preferred) [email protected] .

Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) Update

The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact process is underway in New Mexico. The New Mexico Medical Board is currently in the process of promulgating rules necessary for implementation of the Compact.
At this time, the projected timeline is as follows:
· November 5–6, 2026: Proposed rules are anticipated to be presented for rule hearing at the Board Meeting.
· December 2026 or January 2027: Anticipated launch of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact in New Mexico, pending completion of the rulemaking process and final approvals.
Additional updates, including hearing notices, proposed rules, and application information, will be posted as they become available.

NM Opioid Crisis and Pain Management ECHO

Starting January 8, 2026

This program focuses on the opioid overdose epidemic and impacts of synthetic fentanyl. Other topics include the treatment of substance use disorders, chronic pain – including diagnoses and treatments – and medications for opioid use disorder.

2026 OPCM ECHO Flyer

Job Announcements

New Mexico Medical Board Job Announcement

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION
The New Mexico Medical Board (Board) is the state agency responsible for the regulation and licensing of medical doctors (physicians), physician assistants, podiatrists, anesthesiologist assistants, genetic counselors, polysomnographic technologists, naprapaths and naturopaths.

The Executive Director’s primary responsibilities are to manage the Board’s operations that includes a total of nineteen (19) staff and an annual budget of over $3,000,000. The Director oversees licensing, compliance and investigations of Medical Professionals licensed in the State of New Mexico and provides direction to the agency staff. This position is responsible for recommending and drafting rules, policy and legislation as it relates to the Medical Board. The incumbent serves as the representative of the Medical Board to all local, state and national organizations.

The incumbent shall have a strong knowledge of regulatory processes, to include the licensing, disciplining and ensuring compliance of medical professional rules and regulations; is familiar with legislative and educational processes related to the medical profession; and has a strong knowledge of the state and federal laws/regulations applicable to the medical profession. Has the ability to provide strong and ethical leadership and governance for the Board; possess strong communication, interpersonal and management skills; exercise sound judgment; and appropriately advise the Board on matters related to the regulation of the medical profession in New Mexico.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Educational requirements: Master’s degree in public administration, Public Health, Hospital Administration, Healthcare Administration or Management, and/or a Juris Doctorate.
Experience Requirements: Ten (10) years executive level management experience in a medical or legal field which must include the oversight of credentialing of professionals, experience must also include working in the legislative process (recommending, drafting and reviewing legislation).

APPLICATION PROCESS: Visit https://www.governor.state.nm.us/ for more information and to apply for the position.

Upcoming Board Meetings

Board Meeting

August 6, 2026

Notice of Board meeting

Notice of Board Meeting

The New Mexico Medical Board will convene an Board Meeting on Thursday and Friday, August 6-7, 2026, 8:30 am at the New Mexico Medical Board, 2055 South Pacheco Street, Building 400, Santa Fe, NM 87505.

Board Meeting

November 5, 2026

Notice of Board meeting

Notice of Board Meeting

The New Mexico Medical Board will convene an Board Meeting on Thursday and Friday, November 5-6, 2026, 8:30 am at the New Mexico Medical Board, 2055 South Pacheco Street, Building 400, Santa Fe, NM 87505.

Interim Board Meeting

December 16, 2026

Notice of Board meeting

Notice of Board Meeting

The New Mexico Medical Board will convene an Board Meeting on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 4:00 pm at the New Mexico Medical Board, 2055 South Pacheco Street, Building 400, Santa Fe, NM 87505.