Presbyterian to open cardiac cath lab in Santa Fe. By Matthew Reichbach - Reporter, Albuquerque Business First Jul 30, 2026 Preview this article 1 min Presbyterian Healthcare Services is investing millions to bring critical heart attack treatment closer to home for northern New Mexico residents, with a new facility expected to open in two years. Don't Stop Here - Continue Reading For $1 Per Week Secure 4 weeks of award-winning news and trusted insights Subscribe for only $4

Local news: tuesday, June 23, 2026. Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, in partnership with Presbyterian Turquoise Care, Molina Healthcare, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, will host a free Community Health Resource Fair on June 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. The family-friendly event will feature no-cost health screenings provided by the BCBSNM Care Van, along with health resources, wellness information, and giveaways aimed at connecting community members with services that support healthier lives. The Bear Fire, located approximately 18 miles southeast of Quemado in the Gila National Forest, has reached 7,769 acres and is now 100% contained. Fire officials report that containment lines are holding and most repair work has been completed. Command of the incident is scheduled to transfer from the Gila Las Cruces Type 3 Incident Management Team back to the Gila National Forest and a Type 4 Incident Commander on June 24. Officials credited the support of the New Mexico Forestry Division, local landowners and the Village of Quemado for helping firefighters successfully suppress the fire by providing access to private land and critical resources. Luna County's ¡Que (K) Linda (lean-da)! initiative will host a Litter Summit on June 24 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Mimbres Event Center in Deming. The public event will bring together local and state leaders to discuss litter prevention, beautification efforts, and community partnerships aimed at keeping Luna County clean. A public question-and-answer session will follow the presentations, giving residents an opportunity to share ideas and learn how they can help continue local cleanup efforts. Last in its news: New Mexico officials are encouraging residents to recognize and report signs of elder abuse during Elder Abuse Awareness Month, noting that Adult Protective Services has received about 18,000 allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation. Elder abuse can include physical or emotional harm, neglect, financial exploitation and scams that often target older adults. Warning signs may include unexplained injuries, sudden behavioral changes, poor living conditions, social withdrawal, unusual financial activity and lack of access to medical care. Suspected abuse of vulnerable adults can be reported 24 hours a day to Adult Protective Services at 866-654-3219.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is phasing out MA plans in 2027, eliminating 150 positions. Presbyterian Healthcare Services to discontinue most Medicare Advantage plans by 2027. Presbyterian Healthcare Services, a significant healthcare provider based in New Mexico, is set to discontinue most of its Medicare Advantage (MA) plans starting from the 2027 plan year, according to a spokesperson's confirmation to Fierce Healthcare. This decision comes amidst the health system's ongoing strategy to focus its resources on critical areas for New Mexicans. Continued coverage until 2026. Despite the upcoming changes, people currently enrolled in Presbyterian's MA plans will not experience any coverage disruptions in 2026. The health system will maintain its dual-needs MA plans, ensuring that essential services remain available to those who need them most. A spokesperson for Presbyterian emphasized that remaining in the MA market would limit the organization's capacity to invest in essential care services, workforce development, and access improvements within New Mexico. "For Presbyterian, continued existence in this market would limit our ability to invest in the care, workforce and access to serve New Mexicans where they need us most," the spokesperson said. Impact on jobs and commitment to care. As part of this strategic shift, Presbyterian will eliminate 150 positions within its health plan operations, affecting several administrative roles. However, the spokesperson reassured that these cuts would not impact clinical care. Notably, the health system is actively recruiting for approximately 870 open clinical positions, highlighting its commitment to maintaining high-quality care. If members have questions about the transition, they are encouraged to contact Presbyterian at 505-923-2000. "Presbyterian is focused on where we can make the biggest difference: providing high-quality care, expanding access and maintaining a strong, independent health care system for New Mexico," the spokesperson conveyed to Fierce Healthcare. Addressing financial challenges. Presbyterian has faced financial hurdles in recent months, leading to Fitch Ratings downgrading its credit outlook to negative in February. The rise in medical costs, a challenge faced by payers nationwide, significantly pressures the health system's financial stability. Nevertheless, Fitch recognizes the long-term operational stability that Presbyterian's health plans provide, despite the recent challenges. In addition to MA plans, Presbyterian offers a diverse range of health plans, including individual market plans, Medicaid, and employer-sponsored plans, reflecting its extensive reach and versatility in the healthcare sector. For more detailed information, please refer to the original article Here.