This map shows the current status of statewide mask mandates. In Nevada, the mask mandate applies to vaccinated individuals only in counties with high transmission rates. In New Mexico, the mandate is in effect through Friday, Nov. 12. Source: www.multistate.us. Map: mapchart.net. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
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Moderna Boosters At Two Local Vaccine Clinics Sunday
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) and Trinity Urgent Care are administering the Moderna booster Sunday, Nov. 14 for select populations who have received their primary series (first two doses of Moderna or Pfizer) or to anyone 18 years or older who received the single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
The two vaccine clinics administering Moderna boosters include:
- A walk-in clinic in Los Alamos; and
- A drive-through clinic in White Rock.
The Los Alamos clinic is 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the Auxiliary Gym at Los Alamos High School, 1300 Diamond Read More
New Mexico State Auditor Refers Pharmacy Benefit Managers Examination To Attorney General’s Office
State Auditor Brian Colón
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — In early 2020, State Auditor Brian S. Colón initiated an investigation of the Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) that have provided services to the five New Mexico Medicaid Plans and the PBM for the State Group Benefit Plan for public employees and has now
For more than a decade, PBMs have had opportunities to develop abusive billing practices.
These practices may have benefited
The Office Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 3,370 New Cases, Totaling 286,086, 11 New Deaths, 249,938 Recovered
STATE News:SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 3,370 additional COVID-19 cases between Saturday and today.
Los Alamos County reported 13 new cases Saturday to Monday, bringing the total to 831 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 11 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 774 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new cases in Catron County
- 79 new
Chart 531: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Nov. 8
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimLos Alamos COVID-19 Impact For Week Ending Nov. 8
Los Alamos COVID Impact:COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Nov. 8 impacting Los Alamos County:
- 562 tests
- 23 diagnoses
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
NM Superintendent Of Insurance Issues 2022 Rates
Superintendent of the Office of Insurance Russell Toal
NMPCF News:
SANTA FE — The Patient’s Compensation Fund (“PCF”), which was established by the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act of 1976 (“MMA”), provides an excess layer of professional liability coverage for its member healthcare providers, including independent providers, hospitals and outpatient health care facilities.
The Legislature adopted sweeping amendments to the MMA in the 2021 Regular Session through its passage of House Bill 75, entitled Clarifying and Modernizing the Medical Malpractice Act (“HB 75”).
Among other Read More
Chart 530: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Nov. 7
The bars in this chart display the number of COVID-19 diagnoses by school for the seven-day period ending Nov. 7. Source: Los Alamos Public Schools (No Registration Required And Everyone Welcome To Vaccine Event For Families Nov. 14
NMDOH News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), in support of the Mexico Consulate, announces a free family vaccine event Saturday, Nov. 13 in the metro area.
Open to the public, the family-friendly event will feature prizes,
Additionally, the first 50 participants will receive free groceries, commemorative t-shirts, and more. Presbyterian Community Health will also offer free flu vaccines to adults 18+.
Participants are not required to have insurance, nor present any Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,463 New Cases, Totaling 282,742, 12 New Deaths, 247,128 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials today announced 1,463 additional COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reported 6 new case Wednesday, bringing the total to 817 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 12 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 373 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 34 new cases in Chaves County
- 12 new cases