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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on May 14, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in New Mexico, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Resources website.

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Description of Program and Relief

Medical Insurance Pool

Description of Program and Relief

Uninsured child-care workers and their immediate household members can now enroll in the New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool (“NMMIP”) and receive free healthcare coverage. The State will pay the cost of premiums for these uninsured workers and their immediate household members as long as they are not eligible for other health insurance coverage and someone in the household tests positive for COVID-19.

Government or Lead Agency

New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool

Dates Available

Effective immediately

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Child care workers and their families must be uninsured and not eligible for Medicaid or other insurance to apply and receive coverage without premiums. Non-child-care workers who are not eligible for Medicaid or other insurance may also sign up for NMMIP if they pay their own premiums. Eligibility requirements for non-child-care workers and their families can be found here: http://hhg.3bb.myftpupload.com/benefits-eligibility/.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Information about NMMIP can be found here: https://nmmip.org/ or by calling (844) 728-7896.


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