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Certificate of need · New Mexico

New Mexico certificate of need

New Mexico has no certificate of need program: opening or expanding a health facility does not need state CON approval.

Verified Oct 6, 2026Sources: official state and federal agencies

CON program
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Certificate of need

New Mexico CON program

New Mexico has no certificate of need program: opening or expanding a health facility does not need state CON approval.

CON program
No
Recent changes
No current New Mexico statute or rule requiring a certificate of need was found. The Health Care Authority's published licensing steps (letter of intent, application packet, initial health survey, annual license) include no need review.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does New Mexico have a certificate of need law?

New Mexico has no certificate of need program: opening or expanding a health facility does not need state CON approval.