New Mexico Telepractice Requirements for Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists
The information below is collected from state licensure boards or regulatory agencies responsible for regulating the professions of audiology and/or speech-language pathology. The information is reviewed on an annual basis. Please be advised that laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time, so always check with your state for the most up-to-date information.
Telepractice State Licensure Board Requirements
New Mexico allows telepractice. The provider must hold a state license and adhere to the same requirements as in-person practice. The provider must give notice to the patent of their right to refuse services delivered via telepractice.
References:
Temporary Practice for Out-of-State Providers
No permanent rules. Check with the state or ASHA to learn about emergency provisions.
Telesupervision State Licensure Board Laws and Regulations
Telesupervision is permitted for Clinical Fellows and Student Interns. The language indicates the possibility of telesupervision for support personnel. Contact licensure board for clarification. Check with the state or ASHA to learn about emergency or temporary provisions.
Reference: N.M. Code R. § 16.26.1.7
Support Personnel
Unclear.
Clinical Fellow
Permitted.
Student Intern
Permitted.
ASHA Guidance
Telepractice State Licensure
- Obtain a license from the state in which you reside and verify the requirements from the state in which the patient/client resides, which may include in-state licensure. If a state has not established regulations on telepractice, then contact the licensure board for further guidance and ask for written verification.
- It is the responsibility of the clinician to review the regulations on the state licensure board website in their entirety and regularly for updates or changes.
Telesupervision
If a state has not established regulations on telesupervision, then contact the licensure board for further guidance and ask for written verification.
Reimbursement for Telepractice Services
Audiologists and speech-language pathologists should keep in mind that while a state may have passed telepractice reimbursement laws and/or regulations, this does not guarantee that payers will reimburse for these services. Learn more about considerations for audiologists and speech-language pathologists.
Resources
For further information on telepractice requirements for audiologists and speech-language pathologists, please visit these websites:
- ASHA Practice Portal: Telepractice
- New Mexico Speech Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aide Dispensing Practices Board
- State Telepractice Requirements and Telesupervision Regulations Maps [PDF]
Questions regarding state advocacy issues? Call ASHA at 800-498-2071 and ask for the State Advocacy Team.
