N.M. Admin. Code § 16.5.10.9

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 16.5.10.9 - COURSES REQUIRED

Continuing education coursework must contribute directly to the practice of dentistry and must comply with the requirements of 16.5.1.15 NMAC of these rules. The following courses are required for license renewal.

A. Proof of current certification in basic life support (BLS) or cardiac pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) accepted by the American heart association, the American red cross, or the American safety and health institute (ASHI); cannot be self-study course.

B. Infection control. As further defined in 16.5.1.16 NMAC, a course in infection control techniques and sterilization procedures per renewal period.

C. Anesthesia/Sedation: Any dentist holding a minimal, moderate or deep sedation/general anesthesia permit is required to follow continuing education requirements as set forth in 16.5.15.20 NMAC.

D. Management of pain with controlled substances. Any dentists who holds a Federal drug enforcement administration registration to prescribe controlled substances shall successfully complete three continuing dental or medical education hours, as defined in Part 16.5.57 NMAC, in appropriate courses that shall include:

(1) an understanding of the pharmacology and risks of controlled substances,

(2) a basic awareness of the problems of abuse, addiction and diversion,

(3) awareness of state and federal regulations for the prescription of controlled substances, and

(4) management of the treatment of pain.

N.M. Admin. Code § 16.5.10.9

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume 30, Issue 22, November 26, 2019, eff. 12/14/2019