Free PrEP in New Mexico
New Mexico is one of ~12 states with a dedicated PrEP DAP, has the most expansive pharmacist prescribing authority in the nation (Pharmacist Clinician License since 1993), and covers undocumented residents through Medicaid. UNM Truman Health Services is the state's largest HIV/PrEP provider.
Fastest Path to Free PrEP in New Mexico
Contact the NM PrEP DAP
New Mexico's PrEP DAP covers medication and clinical services. Contact NMDOH HIV Services Program for details and eligibility.
Visit a pharmacist clinician
New Mexico's Pharmacist Clinician License (since 1993) allows full prescribing authority — the broadest in the nation. PrEP prescribing is within scope.
If you're on Medicaid
Centennial Care covers PrEP at $0. NM has one of the highest Medicaid enrollment rates nationally. Apply at yes.state.nm.us or call 1-855-637-6574.
If you're uninsured
Start with MISTR for free PrEP. Also apply to Gilead Advancing Access (1-800-226-2056).
Get PrEP delivered free with MISTR
MISTR provides free telehealth PrEP in New Mexico — consultations, at-home labs, medication, and delivery at $0. Critical for vast rural and tribal areas.
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New Mexico PrEP Programs & Assistance
NM PrEP Drug Assistance Program
Listed among ~12 state PrEP DAPs by NASTAD and HIV.gov. Covers medication and clinical services. Administered by NMDOH HIV Services Program.
Centennial Care (Medicaid)
Expanded Medicaid covers adults up to 138% FPL. PrEP at $0. One of the highest enrollment rates nationally.
NM HIV/Hepatitis/STD Resource Guide
Comprehensive statewide directory for HIV and PrEP services.
Gilead Advancing Access
Free Truvada/Descovy for uninsured individuals at ≤500% FPL. No immigration requirement.
Clinics & Community Resources
UNM Truman Health Services
Largest HIV/PrEP provider in New Mexico. Comprehensive HIV care, PrEP, transgender care.
📍 801 Encino Pl NE, Suite A2, Albuquerque 87102
Southwest Care Center
PrEP, HIV care, transgender services.
📍 Santa Fe and Albuquerque
First Nations Community Healthsource
FQHC serving Native American communities. Sliding-scale services.
📍 Albuquerque
NM AIDS Services (NMAS)
Housing and client services for PLWH. Refers to UNM Truman and Southwest Care for PrEP.
📍 Albuquerque
Telehealth PrEP Options
MISTR
Free consultations, at-home labs, medication, and delivery. Critical for rural and tribal NM.
Free — $0 for everything
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HIV & PrEP Data in New Mexico
New Mexico has approximately 4,500 people living with HIV with about 150 new diagnoses in 2022 (rate of 7.0 per 100,000 — below the national average). Bernalillo County (Albuquerque) has the highest burden. Hispanic/Latino New Mexicans represent the majority of the population and a proportionate share of diagnoses. Native American communities face unique access barriers on tribal lands, where vast distances and limited infrastructure make telehealth and pharmacist clinician authority essential.
Know Your Rights
Insurance Coverage
Under the ACA, all private insurance plans must cover PrEP at $0 cost-sharing. New Mexico also has a PrEP DAP for additional support.
Pharmacist Clinician License
New Mexico has the most expansive pharmacist prescribing authority in the nation, established in 1993. Pharmacist Clinicians can provide primary and specialty care including PrEP prescribing.
Undocumented Residents
New Mexico provides Medicaid to undocumented pregnant women and children. Adults rely on FQHCs and Gilead Advancing Access. PrEP DAP immigration requirements are unclear.
HIV Laws
New Mexico does not have HIV-specific criminal laws — one of the most progressive states on this issue.