Section 52-5-4 NMSA 1978 (Repl. Pamp. 1991), as amended, authorizes the director of the WCA to adopt reasonable rules and regulations for effecting the purposes of the act. Sections 52-5-20 to 52-5-22 NMSA 1978 (Repl. Pamp. 1991), as amended, contain certain payment deadlines and requirements for reporting by insurer. Section 52-1-28.1 NMSA 1978 (Repl. Pamp. 1991), specifically directs the WCA to create regulations on unfair claims processing practices and bad faith. Section 52-1-12.1 NMSA 1978 (2016) directs the director to promulgate rules governing post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
N.M. Admin. Code § 11.4.3.3