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CRNAs and Our Role in New Mexico's Health Care System

Our goal is to be your resource and provide legislators with current and factual information that you may need concerning Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) issues.

The resources below contain useful information about CRNAs and our role in the health care system.

• Get the Facts About Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists 
• Value and Role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists
• Ensure Veterans Access to High Quality Care
• VHA Access to Care through APRN Full Practice Authority FAQ
• Protect Nondiscrimination in Healthcare
• State by State Comparison on Legislative and Regulatory Requirements  

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to review this information.    If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us.  

NMANA Office:  (505) XXX-XXXX

NMANA President:  Andrew Passey, EMAIL

NMANA Lobbyist:  Julianna Koob, EMAIL 

NMANA Talking Points / Fact Sheets on Current Issues: 

Note: NMANA will post fact sheets for legislators and staff during the legislative session.  

Comparison of CRNA & AA Education and Practice

Key New Mexico Statutes and Administrative Rules Affecting CRNAs:

• Nurse Practice Act
• Advanced Practice Nurses
• CRNA Services in a Hospital Setting
• CRNA Services outside a Hospital Setting
• Prescriptive Authority
• Written Collaborative Agreements