AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoScrewworm Alert: USDA confirmed a New World screwworm case in a calf in South Texas, prompting New Mexico officials to urge vigilance and fast reporting of suspicious wounds in livestock, pets and wildlife. Medicare Advantage Shake-Up: Presbyterian Healthcare Services says it will cut about 150 jobs and discontinue most Medicare Advantage plans in 2027, raising concerns for roughly 30,000 New Mexico members who may need to rebuild care plans. Rural Health Funding: The New Mexico Health Care Authority plans to distribute $76.2 million in federal rural healthcare money to regional “hub” organizations to expand virtual specialty and maternal care and reduce readmissions. Disability Abuse Hotline Restored: The Health Care Authority is bringing back a direct toll-free hotline for reporting abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, starting July 1. Child Safety Case: An Albuquerque woman was charged after prosecutors allege she neglected and abused her 1-year-old daughter, who was hospitalized with severe injuries and later died. Food Security: New Mexico’s Summer Food Service Program returns with free meals for kids and teens, as SUN Bucks faces a delayed restart. Health Care Courts: A lawsuit alleges medical neglect in Nichelle Nichols’ death, filed against a Silver City medical center. Community Wellness: Foster Care Month Q&A highlights why permanency and support for foster families matter.
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