Fact:
If the system were functioning well, we would not see:
- Persistent hospital and clinic closures
- Specialty care shortages
- Multi-month wait times
- A shrinking insurer pool
- Medical service lines being discontinued
- Rising out-of-state patient migration for basic care
Liability instability is one of several structural issues driving the broader crisis — and it must be addressed alongside workforce development and reimbursement reform.
Sources:
- WTW/MPLA. (2025). New Mexico Market Overview.
- New Mexico Hospital Association. (2023–2024). Testimony on service reductions and liability pressures.
- New Mexico Office of the Superintendent of Insurance. (2023–2024). Carrier participation data.
- HRSA. (2024). Health Professional Shortage Area Designations.