The local news teams and public gather on Aug. 20, 2025, at a news conference to hear about the victory for patients in a class action settlement against Mountain View Regional Medical Center.
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Mountain View Regional Medical Center settles class action over unlawful debt collection
A class action settlement was reached on Wednesday against Mountain View Regional Medical Center, involving more than 200 low-income patients who were allegedly unlawfully sued for medical debt. As part of the settlement, the hospital will repay affected patients and provide an additional $625 per person. Additionally, Mountain View Regional Medical Center is required to overhaul its billing and collection practices. The settlement was announced at a press conference on Wednesday
Woman who sued Las Cruces hospital promotes law protecting patients
Community organizations joined a woman who successfully sued a Las Cruces hospital over its debt collection practices Wednesday to promote a state law protecting low-income patients. MountainView Regional Medical Center, a private for-profit hospital owned by Tennessee-based Community Health Systems Inc., took Ruby Kirker to court in 2022 seeking $6,205 for medical services related to her pregnancy.
The fight for healthcare for all New Mexicans isn’t over!
A statewide network of advocates, community leaders, healthcare professionals, and organizations shared their stories, voices, and power in support of Medicaid Forward in the 2025 Legislative Session. Together, we are continuing to build the support and momentum needed to make Medicaid Forward a reality in our state because every New Mexican deserves access to quality affordable healthcare coverage!
Maria Burciaga Supports HB186: Health is a Necessity!
Maria Burciaga, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotora from Doña Ana County, joined community leaders, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations in Santa Fe, NM to show her support for Medicaid Forward. Maria supports Medicaid Forward because our health is important and every New Mexican deserves access to quality affordable healthcare coverage.
Luz Villescas Invites You & Legislators to SUPPORT HB186!
Luz Villescas, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotora from Doña Ana County, joined community leaders, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations in Santa Fe, NM to show her support for Medicaid Forward. Luz calls on NM legislators to support Medicaid Forward because every New Mexican deserves access to quality affordable care, regardless of income.
Lorenzo Villescas Supports HB 186: A Lifeline for NM Healthcare!
Lorenzo Villescas, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotor from Doña Ana County, joined community leaders, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations in Santa Fe, NM to show his support for Medicaid Forward. Lorenzo reminds us that too many New Mexicans cannot afford the healthcare coverage they need and Medicaid Forward will be a lifeline for thousands in our state.
Cecilia Piñon and Genesis Aguirre Support HB 186!
Cecilia Piñon, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotora from Doña Ana County, traveled to Santa Fe, NM with her niece, Genesis to fight for Medicaid Forward. Cecilia and Genesis remind us why Medicaid Forward is so important and needed in our state!
The Fight for Medicaid Forward Continues
Maria Retana and Josie Mendoza, Strong Families Community Leaders and Promotoras from Doña Ana County, traveled to Santa Fe, NM to fight for Medicaid Forward. As Promotoras who work directly with the community, they see and understand how needed and impactful Medicaid Forward will be.
NM Legislative Recap Feb. 25: Living with a disability under American health care
Cecilia Fred has used a wheelchair for most of her life, after a gunshot accident when she was eight years old injured her spinal cord.
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