Who is allowed access to the New Mexico Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP)?

Access to the New Mexico Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) is specifically granted to practitioners and their authorized delegates, licensed pharmacists, and vetted law enforcement or regulatory agents. This structure is designed to ensure that individuals who have the necessary training and purpose can view and utilize the data effectively to promote responsible prescribing and dispensing practices.

Practitioners, such as doctors and Nurse Practitioners, can access the PMP to evaluate a patient's prescription history when making clinical decisions, while pharmacists can use it to support their role in medication management and ensure patient safety. The inclusion of vetted law enforcement and regulatory agents is critical for investigations where prescription abuse or diversion is suspected. This controlled access helps maintain patient privacy and the integrity of the data, allowing only those directly involved in patient care or regulatory oversight the ability to utilize this sensitive information.

The other options do not align with the established guidelines for accessing the PMP, as they would allow broader access that could compromise patient confidentiality and the secure nature of the information collected.