A Note from the Executive Director |
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Thank you for your patience with the delay in our newsletter. We have been awaiting important NMDOH announcements about SBHC contracting and invoicing, along with related Head to Toe conference updates, that we wanted to include.
We have a committment from NMDOH-OSAH about projected SBHC contract execution; that commitment includes payment of outstanding invoices and execution of contracts for the SBHC field in the next 30-45 days. Please read the NMDOH Secretary's memo here. As a result, we have decided jointly with NMDOH-OSAH to proceed with the SBHC pre-conference of the annual Head to Toe conference. If you work at an SBHC, we still encourage you to register and attend the pre-conference, which has been condensed to allow for maximum participation. Please read on below for more H2T details.
For those partners who receive this newsletter and may have questions about the status of SBHCs in our state, please feel free to reach out to NMASBHC. We'll hope to have more information in our December newsletter.
With much gratitude for the patience of the SBHC field!
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November 2023 features the Atrisco Heritage SBHC Team, sponsored by UNM Hospital.
Thank you for all the SBHCs who participated and submitted pictures!
We are still accepting photos for the 2024 Calendar. Please send ASAP!
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2024 Annual Fundraising Raffle |
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Participate in our 2024 Annual Fundraising Raffle.
Winners will be drawn during the Head to Toe Conference on November 16. We have many great prizes. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20.
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It is that time of year!
This update helps us to maintain the map of SBHCs in New Mexico. The survey helps to inform advocacy efforts for SBHCs throughout the state.
Please complete as soon as possible. Deadline was Friday, September 29th. Thank you!
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We are excited for the Annual 2024 Calendar, which features NM SBHC Teams.
Submit photo entries on the NMASBHC Website or to wilma@nmasbhc.org. We are still accepting photos, please send as soon as possible.
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NMASBHC Youth Advisory Group |
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The Youth Health Advisory Group supports youth to advance health care access for their peers, share expertise on health-related topics and give important youth voice to the field of school-based health care. Participants will engage in activities and projects that can provide critical input to the development and delivery of services, and advocate for SBHC services across the state.
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SBHC ECHO - Launching 12/12/23 |
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SAVE THE DATES!
The New Mexico SBHC ECHO is launching on December 12th, 2023 from 3:30 - 4:30pm, with a clinical session, and reconvening every 2nd & 4th Tuesday, beginning January 9.
Session dates in 2024:
January 9 & 23
February 12 & 27
March 12 & 26
April 9 & 23
May 14
If you have any questions about topics, please reach out to NMASBHC.
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COVID Boosters & Flu Vaccine |
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On September 11, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved authorization for emergency use of updated COVID-19 vaccines. The new monovalent formulation targets the current circulating variants to provide better protection against serious consequences of COVID-19, including hospitalization and death. With the new approval, the bivalent Moderna and PfizerBioNTech COVID-19 vaccines are no longer authorized for use in the US. Transition to commercialization of COVID-19 vaccine also occurred.
COVID-19 vaccine is now available under the Federal Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program and 317 Adult Bridge Funds. Under VFC, vaccines are available at no cost to children 6 months-18 years. 317 Adult Bridge Funds provide vaccine for uninsured and underinsured adults. CVS, Walgreens, and pharmacies under eTrueNorth are part of the Bridge funds program as well as Public Health Offices under the NM Department of Health.
This season, the NM Department of Health has developed an online dashboard to help the public find vaccine locations in their area. The new dashboard features an interactive map that shows vaccination locations, which vaccines are available, and how to contact the location or schedule an appointment. The map serves as a centralized platform reflecting vaccine access in New Mexico communities: https://vaccine.doh.nm.gov/
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The Operational Plan due date will be extended to December 15th. It will be available through the Apex Data Hub shortly after the FY24 agreements are finalized. New Partners will need to establish an account with Apex after DOH agreements are finalized.
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The Annual Head to Toe Conference is scheduled for November 14-16, 2023 at the Albuquerque Convention Center.
We look forward to seeing SBHC staff for the Pre-Conference session on November 14th. This session has now been condensed to a partial day to limit attendee cost. We will begin with lunch at 11:30, conclude sessions at 4:30, and NMASBHC will host a thank you reception for the field from 4:45 to 6:00pm.
Please check Basecamp for the SBHC Pre-Conference code, which reduces the fee to only $25. If you are charged more than that amount, please share that information with OSAH staff to ensure refund.
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NM Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility Determiner Training |
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If you have staff that need the training, please contact HSD at the email address below to indicate the need to register for training. Contact at HSD.PEDeterminers@state.nm.us or call (505) 476-7151.
Please note that it is very important to have your SBHC team up to date with eligibility determination. This an NMDOH-OSAH requirement. Many families may need support in finding out if their COVID-era coverage is winding down in 2023 as well.
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SBHC Alert: MCO Recertification Process/Visits to Resume |
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Most SBHCs operating in the last several years are due for Medicaid Recertification. This process, which consists of completion of a self-assessment document and a site visit from one of the MCOs (designated by Medicaid) must be completed by December 31, 2023. SBHC Operators should be prepared to hear from an MCO Representative in the coming months to schedule the recertification deadlines and processes.
Please feel free to reach out the Nancy (nancy@nmasbhc.org) if you have any questions or difficulties.
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HSD has launched the Renew NM! Campaign, which is a statewide public awareness campaign that provides resources and information to HSD customers and community partners about the changes to SNAP & Medicaid.
It is a Call to Action to:
- Update contact information
- Watch for their Turquoise envelope
- Submit a renewal
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Applying for SNAP, TANF, LIHEAP, and Medicaid
Pandemic EBT (P-EBT)
There have been recent announcements about a one-time issuance for summer. Visit the HSD website for more information.
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Clinic Resources, Training Opportunities and Community Announcements |
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Upcoming Community Events |
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The Albuquerque Area Indian Dental Center at NAPPR is sponsoring an upcoming event.
Please see the flyer.
Reach out to Alice Pecos at apecos@nappr.org for any questions, or to participate. |
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Are you wanting to do on-site health testing?
The NM REC-1 has a contract with the NM Department of Health to provide CLIA Waivers
to all schools that are conducting on-site health tests at no cost to the schools. The tests
included are COVID, Influenza A&B, and pregnancy.
For more information, contact De Anna
Davis at (575) 760-3794 or by email at ddavis@nmrec1.org. This website provides further |
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It is important to know about HIPAA and FERPA in school-based health settings.
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Monday, November 13, 2023 at 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Albuquerque, NM
Clinician trainers from the LARC Mentoring Program and the Department of Health will conduct a 2-hour practicum on IUD skills. We will use pelvic simulator models to practice inserting and removing different types of IUDs. Our clinicians will also review managing challenges related to IUDs, and will be happy to answer any questions related to LARCs during or after training. Participants will receive 2.0 CME credit hours at no cost.
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Nexplanon Training
Training can be scheduled as requested.
if you are interested in Nexplanon training.
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SBHC Staff are amazing!
Please feel free to share these open positions with your colleagues and peers.
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November Health Awareness Activities |
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November is National Diabetes Month
November is dedicated to diabetes prevention. Diabetes can lead to serious complications like heart disease, stroke, amputation, or kidney disease. This month's theme is: "Take Charge of Tomorrow, Preventing Diabetes Health Problems." Catch the free Out Runnin' Diabetes Fun Run on Nov. 4 at 10 am at Cutler Park. Email Alice at apecos@nappr.org for more info.
Learn about the ways you can prevent diabetes through these resources:
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November is National Healthy Skin Month |
Even though the days are getting shorter and the weather is cooling down, it's still important to protect and care for our skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. Wear your sunscreen and visit your doctor for any skin concerns. Learn more about the ways you can make sure your largest organ is the healthiest it can be.
Find skin health resources here:
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Support NMASBHC this year! |
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