New Mexico Disability Resources

If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what New Mexico offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.

Workers' Compensation

The New Mexico Workers' Compensation Administration (WCA) handles claims.

1. Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible.
2. Seek medical treatment -- you may choose your own doctor.
3. File a complaint if benefits are denied.

• Notify your employer within 15 days.
• File a formal complaint within 1 year.

• Phone: 505-841-6000 / 1-800-255-7965
• Web: workerscomp.nm.gov

State Disability Programs

New Mexico does not have a state disability insurance program. Apply through federal SSDI/SSI.

Medicaid

New Mexico Medicaid is called Centennial Care.

• Online at yes.state.nm.us
• By phone: 1-855-637-6574

Vocational Rehabilitation

The New Mexico Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) helps people with disabilities find employment.

• Phone: 505-954-8500 / 1-800-224-7005
• Web: dvr.state.nm.us

Disability Rights

• Phone: 505-256-3100 / 1-800-432-4682
• Web: drnm.org

Veterans Services

The New Mexico Department of Veterans' Services provides state-level assistance.

• Phone: 505-827-6300 / 1-866-433-8387
• Web: nmdvs.org

State Employment Protections

New Mexico has the New Mexico Human Rights Act, which prohibits disability discrimination for employers with 4 or more employees.

• New Mexico Human Rights Bureau: 505-827-6838 / 1-800-566-9471
• Web: dws.state.nm.us/human-rights

Key Contacts

| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Compensation Admin | 1-800-255-7965 | workerscomp.nm.gov | | Centennial Care (Medicaid) | 1-855-637-6574 | yes.state.nm.us | | Division of Vocational Rehab | 1-800-224-7005 | dvr.state.nm.us | | Disability Rights NM | 1-800-432-4682 | drnm.org | | Human Rights Bureau | 1-800-566-9471 | dws.state.nm.us | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |