N.M. Admin. Code § 16.25.9.20 - DIRECT SUPERVISION OF NON-VETERINARIANS
Non-licensed individuals are prohibited from practicing veterinary medicine which includes but is not limited to chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, therapeutic massage, dentistry, embryo transfer or any other related services on animals as defined in NMSA 1978, Section 61-14-2(B)(1), except under the direct supervision of a New Mexico-licensed veterinarian.
A. Direct supervision
includes the following:
(1) the licensed
veterinarian must have established a valid veterinarian-client-patient
relationship;
(2) the treatment
must be performed on the order of a licensed veterinarian;
(3) the licensed veterinarian must be on the
premises and readily available;
(4)
the licensed veterinarian must assume liability for the quality of any
treatment performed; and
(5) the
fee for services rendered shall be paid to the licensed veterinarian or
licensed facility.
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