WHAT IS A NURSE PRACTITIONER?
A Certified Family Nurse Practitioner is Certified by The American Association of Nurse Practitioners and licensed in the State of New Mexico to practice as a primary care provider. Advanced Practice Nurses assess, treat, and manage acute and chronic health conditions. We prescribe medications including controlled substances for pain. We act autonomously and in the State of N.M do not require the oversight of a medical doctor due to our advanced education and training. Nurse Practitioners legally own and operate clinics and medical practices, such as CWFM.
The International Journal for Quality in Health Care (2015) published research by Columbia University and Vanderbilt University which concludes, “There were few differences in primary care provided by APNs and physicians; for some measures APN care was superior” Find out more…
The National Governors Association and the Institute of Medicine IOM state APN's practice to the “full extent of their education and training” Physician supervision or groups that limit ANP practice “may sometimes restrict competition unnecessarily, which can be detrimental to health care consumers, “decreased access to health care services, higher health care costs, reduced quality of care, and less innovation in health care delivery.” Find out more…
MORE FAQ
How quickly can I be seen by a provider?
New patients typically get seen within one week. For established patients, we offer same-day and acute appointments if available
Do your providers offer house calls?
Yes, for qualified patients.
Will providers fill out Family Medical Leave Forms?
Yes, for established patients only and requires a $40.00 filing fee and there is a two week turn- around.
Do your providers see Workmans’ Compensation Claims?
No, we do not.
Do your providers file disability claims?
Only for established patients in which the provider makes the recommendation for application.
Do your providers perform CDL physicals?
No, we do not.
Does CWFM manage chronic pain?
We do manage chronic pain medication on a case by case basis. CWFM offers alternative treatments to reduce the amount of opioids used to optimize your pain control and reduce your risks. You’re welcome to schedule for a consult for pain management. Please be advised the provider does not have to renew your pain medication if determined it’s excessive, being abused or is not necessary. CWFM follows the guidelines set forth by the New Mexico Prescription Monitoring Program.
Does CWFM manage psychiatric medications?
Yes, within the scope of a CNP ‘s Practice. Our providers do diagnose mental health conditions and treat them, as well as offer counseling referrals. Our providers also manage some complex psychiatric disorders involving multiple medications, if they have been well managed without changes within the past year. If the combination of medications is best monitored by a prescribing mental health professional, we will refer you to an accepting provider.
We also offer genetic testing to patients, who may be interested, to help determine the best medication (s) to treat your mental health disorder .
*If you have suicidal thoughts, plans, or intent of harm please dial 911, go to nearest emergency department. CWFM is not a 24/7 service *