As used in N.M. Stat. Ann. Chapter 24, Article 1I:

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 24-1I-1

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.

A. “agreement” means a written contract to which a health care practitioner is a party; and

B. “health care practitioner” means: (1)     a dentist;

(2)     an osteopathic physician; (3)     a physician;

(4)     a podiatrist;

(5)     a certified registered nurse anesthetist; (6)     a certified nurse practitioner;

(7)     a certified nurse-midwife; (8)     a psychologist;

(9)     a physician assistant; and

(10)    a pharmacist.