New Mexico Health Care Authority
Alanna Dancis is an experienced healthcare professional currently serving as the Chief Medical Officer at the New Mexico Human Services Department since April 2022. Previously, Dancis worked as a Nurse Practitioner at the University of New Mexico Hospital from March 2015 to April 2022, specializing in geriatric care. Dancis has extensive nursing experience, having held various positions including Registered Nurse roles at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Wissahickon Hospice, Penn Care at Home, and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dancis holds a Master’s Degree in Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner from the University of Pennsylvania and a BSN from Jefferson College of Health Sciences.
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New Mexico Health Care Authority
The establishment of the Health Care Authority is a significant moment for the state of New Mexico that demonstrates our commitment to prioritizing the health and well-being of every New Mexican. Vision Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system. Mission We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services. Goals 1. Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce. 2. Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives. 3. Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information. 4. Build the best team in state government by supporting employees’ continuous growth and wellness.