Representative presented House Bill 269 proposing an open EVV model that would let providers use a data aggregator rather than a single closed state platform. The sponsor said the change is intended to streamline operations, reduce administrative burden, and protect patient access while maintaining safeguards against fraud.

Supporters from home health industry groups and providers told the committee the current closed EVV system imposes costs and inefficiencies. Vince Moffitt, CEO of Basin Health Companies, said New Mexico is one of only four states with a restrictive, closed approach and that HB 269 would give providers flexibility while preserving federal compliance. Nat Dean, a disability advocate, said checks and balances to verify visits are essential and voiced support for the bill as amended. Representatives of home-health agencies described additional operational costs and limited access caused by the state’s required platform.

Representative Hall moved a due-pass recommendation on the bill; committee members voted and the chair announced a due pass on House Bill 269 as amended.

The committee’s record shows the amendment and vote were framed as an attempt to preserve federal compliance while reducing administrative burden for rural and regional providers.