New Mexico · guide
Controlled substance registration in New Mexico
Read from New Mexico Medical Board. Last verified 2026-09-15.
The sequence
| Step | What it involves |
|---|---|
| State registration | A state controlled substance registration is issued separately from DEA and carries its own renewal date. |
| DEA registration | Required, tied to each practice address. |
| Monitoring program | Prescriber registration with the state prescription drug monitoring program. |
What the numbers say
- A state controlled substance registration is required in addition to DEA.
- Monitoring program registration is mandatory for prescribers.
Source: New Mexico Medical Board. Last verified 2026-09-15. Where a national summary and a board disagree, we publish the board.