Cody, a New Mexico resident who posts as @Designed2Think on X, has expressed concerns that state leaders have failed to protect patients and healthcare providers amid a growing malpractice insurance crisis.
"This is truly a catastrophic failure by Santa Fe," said . "NM lawmakers prioritize trial lawyers over the health of its citizens. Malpractice insurers are dropping providers who have not had a single complaint filed against them."
New Mexico's healthcare system is experiencing increasing strain as medical malpractice insurance premiums rise, leading some insurers to leave the market. Critics argue that the state's lack of tort reform has made it challenging for hospitals and private practices to maintain coverage, particularly in rural areas where provider shortages are already severe.
According to the New Mexico Medical Society, more than a dozen insurance carriers have either exited the state or restricted coverage since 2022 due to high liability risks and inconsistent tort standards. Providers report premium increases exceeding 30%, while new physicians are declining positions because of uncertainty about malpractice protection.
A legislative report from the University of New Mexico’s Bureau of Business and Economic Research found that medical malpractice settlements in the state have increased by nearly 50% over the past five years, even as overall healthcare outcomes have stagnated. Analysts attribute this trend to an increasingly litigious climate benefiting trial lawyers rather than patients.
Cody is a New Mexico resident and healthcare advocate who has publicly commented on medical access and affordability in the state. Active in local policy discussions, he has used social media platforms to call for legislative reforms aimed at protecting doctors and patients from excessive legal costs and lawsuit abuse.
The State of New Mexico administers public policy through its legislature and executive offices in Santa Fe. The state has faced criticism over its medical malpractice framework, which many believe favors trial lawyers over healthcare accessibility. Efforts to advance tort reform have gained momentum among bipartisan local leaders.
