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Upcoming Dates

July 1, 2010

New rates apply to New Mexico HRP plans.

Federal High Risk Pool Plan becomes active in New Mexico.

 

What is the New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool (the Pool)?

The pool was created to provide access to health insurance coverage to all residents of New Mexicans who are denied adequate health insurance and are considered uninsurable.

When was the Pool started?

The New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool (NMMIP) was established by the 1987 New Mexico State Legislature.

Who is the Pool administrator?

The Pool is administered by BlueCross BlueShield of New Mexico who handles eligibility, enrollment, member services, and claims processing.

Who has the Executive Services contract for the Pool?

The Delta Consulting Group has the Executive Services contract to run the day-to-day operations of the Pool.

How does one apply for coverage?

Complete an application and submit it along with requested documentation and a check for the first month’s premium. Instructions for submission, as well as contact information for questions, are on the application form

Legislative Issues PDF Print E-mail
Federal: No Updates to Report
State: Senate Bill

Sponsor:
Link to Bill: [Click Here] Adobe Acrobat File Format (__ Kb)
House Bill 216

Sponsor: Nick L. Salazar

Current Location:  PASSED

Introduced: 1/28/2010

Fiscal Impact Report [Click Here]

HCPAC Committee Report (2/06/10) - Do Pass
HHGAC Committee Report (2/10/10) - Do Pass

Link to Bill: [Click Here ] Adobe Acrobat File Format (43.5 Kb)