On the next working day, call EHS at 646-6600 for instructions. Employees working in New Mexico but outside of the Las Cruces area must obtain approval from the State of New Mexico Risk Management Division, before receiving medical care for work-related injuries. Emergencies and injuries occurring after hours or on weekends will be treated by the nearest emergency room with follow up the next working day with Risk Management. Medical services should be obtained according to the above procedures in order to be covered by Workers' Compensation. All employees, including student employees , are subject to these procedures.
Supervisors are responsible for directing their subordinates to the appropriate medical provider.
It is recommended that supervisors accompany the employee to the medical provider whenever possible. These procedures should be posted, per State law. Notices are available from the Personnel Office. To Work forms may also be utilized and can be obtained from the Personnel Office. Present themselves for work within 1 working day after release from the work related injury.