1. A. “Licensed health care provider” defined as a health care provider licensed to practice in the state of New Mexico or a health care provider in federal service with a license issued in another state, including the following professional disciplines:

   (1) optometrists;

   (2) chiropractic physicians;

   (3) dentists;

   (4) physicians;

   (5) podiatrists;

   (6) osteopathic physicians;

   (7) physician assistants;

   (8) certified nurse practitioners;

   (9) physical therapists;

   (10) occupational therapists;

   (11) speech-language pathologists;

   (12) doctors of oriental medicine;

   (13) nutritionists;

   (14) psychologists;

   (15) certified nurse-midwives;

   (16) clinical nurse specialists;

   (17) registered nurses;

   (18) dental hygienists;

   (19) pharmacists;

   (20) athletic trainers;

   (21) anesthesiologist assistants.

2. B. “Voluntary health care services” defined as health care services delivered by a health care provider without compensation to that provider. Reimbursement of reasonable travel, meal, or lodging expenses is not considered compensation.
3. C. “Secretary” defined as secretary of health.

[7.1.26.7 NMAC - N, 2/15/2008]