provider Reimbursement Program

Helping You Access Compassionate End-of-Life Care

The New Mexico Deathcare Network Provider Reimbursement Program helps reduce financial barriers to compassionate, community-based end-of-life care. If you or someone you love needs support around death, dying, or grief but cost is a concern, this program can help. We pay your provider, when you can't.

We offer limited reimbursement directly to eligible non-medical, end-of-life providers, such as those listed in our Member Directory*. Clients choose their own provider, and if they are unable to pay for services, the provider may apply for eligibility and then request reimbursement.

This ensures that providers are compensated for the end-of-life care they give, while making holistic and alternative deathcare more accessible across the state. You do not need a membership to receive services. Our Member Directory is open to everyone, so you can choose the provider who feels like the best fit for you.

Important Disclaimer: NMDN provides limited reimbursement for qualifying services but does not supervise, direct, or endorse any providers. All practitioners are independent and solely responsible for the services they provide.

*Providers do not need to be NMDN members to qualify for reimbursement, but they must complete the Eligibility Application and be approved by the Reimbursement Committee.

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Who Is This For?

This program is open to New Mexico residents seeking financial assistance for:

End-of-life planning and support
Home funerals and green burials
Grief and bereavement services
Doula or death midwifery care
Education or guidance around navigating deathcare options

Anyone may apply, regardless of income or background. You do not need a membership to receive services.

What Is Covered?

We offer reimbursement for non-medical end-of-life services provided by eligible providers, such as those listed in our Member Directory*.

Reimbursable services may include:

End-of-life planning & guidance
Death and grief doula support
Home funeral guidance
Ceremony or ritual facilitation
Burial and disposition education
Reiki, massage, therapeutic music, acupuncture
Family aftercare and grief support
And more…

If you're unsure whether a service qualifies, reach out to us at info@nmdn.org.

*Providers do not need to be NMDN members to qualify for reimbursement, but they must complete the Provider Eligibility Application and be approved by the Reimbursement Committee.

How to Apply - Community members

Receive services from an eligible provider: Provider Eligibility Application
Complete the Provider Reimbursement Request Form
Submit documentation of the services received by completing the Client Verification Form
Upon Reimbursement Committee approval, we pay your provider directly.

Reimbursement Guidelines

Funds are limited and reimbursement is subject to fund availability
Provides up to $50 per hour in reimbursement
Up to 15 hours per client per calendar year may be reimbursed
Up to 30 hours per provider per calendar year may be reimbursed
Reimbursement is not guaranteed. Each application is reviewed individually
Please allow up to 30 days for review and final decision
All reimbursement requests must be submitted using the official Provider Reimbursement Request Form

for providers

Reach more people who need your care. Join NMDN today and get listed in our Member Directory, where families and individuals across New Mexico can find you.
Complete the Provider Eligibility Application. (Must be renewed annually)
Complete the Provider Reimbursement Request Form. (Within 60 days of date of service)
Submit documentation of the services provided by completing the Client Verification Form
Upon NMDN Reimbursement Committee approval, the you will receive a check, via USPS, to the mailing address provided on the NMDN Reimbursement Request Form.

For more information and eligibility requirements please review the complete

NMDN Reimbursement Policy & Procedure.

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This program is funded through donations and community support. Your contribution helps make meaningful care accessible to more New Mexicans.