YesNMConnect.gov is New Mexico’s statewide Closed Loop Referral System that connects New Mexicans to housing, food, transportation, behavioral health, and other essential services, and allows health care providers and organizations to track referrals and “close the loop.” Using YESNMConnect, we can make sure everyone is our state has access to the services they need to attain their highest level of health.
More Than Technology!
- Led by the Health Care Authority, YESNMConnect standardizes referral workflows, governance, funding alignment, community development, and data stewardship to ensure referrals lead to real follow-through, system coordination, and long-term improvement across New Mexico.
Built With Communities
- Asset-based, community-centered approach that builds on existing county, Tribal, and community strengths, relationships, and trusted networks.
- Reinforces local leadership and cultural responsiveness rather than replacing local systems.
Counties as stewards, not system owners
- Counties are local conveners and resource stewards—validating local resources, coordinating partners, and providing feedback.
- State provides governance, funding, standards, technology, and training.
Phased Rollout with Shared Accountability
- 15 counties, state agencies, 4 managed care organizations, 988/211 networks, and UNM Health participating to date.
- More counties onboarding in 2026 through a phased approach with training, technical assistance, and sustainable funding—while generating county-level data to improve coordination, planning, and outcomes over time.
Why This Matters to Counties
- Reduces duplication and administrative burden,
- Strengthens coordination with healthcare and community partners,
- Provides county-level data on unmet needs and service gaps—supporting better planning, funding decisions, and outcomes for residents.
