NEW MEXICO
CLast verified 2026-07-03
Your income does not disqualify your child.
New Mexico determines waiver eligibility on the individual's own income and medical need; parental income is not counted.
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN NEW MEXICO
- Fee-for-service / DD (MiVia) Waiver: request HSD fair hearing within 90 days of notice (continuation if within 13 days)
- Managed care (Turquoise Care): file MCO internal appeal within 60 days of notice (continuation if within 10 days)
- After MCO final appeal decision: request HSD administrative hearing within 30 days
- Judicial review: appeal to NM district court within 30 days of final decision
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
NOTABLE WAIVERS
Developmental Disabilities Waiver (Traditional)
SourceChildren and adults with IDD.
Waitlist: New Mexico cleared its decades-long waitlist in 2022-2023 — allocations now come much faster.
Mi Via Self-Directed Waiver
SourcePeople with IDD wanting full self-direction.
Waitlist: Same registry as DD waiver; choose Mi Via at allocation.
Supports Waiver
SourcePeople on the DD registry; smaller budget while waiting.
Waitlist: Offered to registry members.
Medically Fragile Waiver
SourceChildren and adults with medically fragile conditions.
Waitlist: Apply through DOH.
