New Mexico Non-Cancer Pain Management Continuing Education

New Mexico Non-Cancer Pain Management Continuing Education
$55.00
5 Contact Hours
Includes 5.00 Pharmacology Hours
Required For: NM
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About the course

Updated April 2026

New Mexico Non-Cancer Pain Management CE

NM Rule 9 (16.12.9 NMAC) Compliant • 5 Contact Hours • 5 Pharmacotherapy Hours

APRNs • ANCC Accredited • CE Broker Reported • No Subscription Required • $55
5
Pharm Hours
2yr
Renewal Cycle
100%
Online
$55
One-Time Price

New Mexico requires all APRNs with DEA registration and a NM controlled substance license to complete 5 contact hours of non-cancer pain management continuing education every two-year license renewal cycle under Board Rule 16.12.9 NMAC (Rule 9). This online course fulfills the full requirement—complete at your own pace and receive your certificate instantly. Renew Now CE reports completions to CE Broker, New Mexico’s mandatory CE tracking system.

Course Overview

This evidence-based course provides a comprehensive review of non-cancer pain management for advanced practice nurses, built on the 2022 CDC Clinical Practice Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids for Pain. Developed by a board-certified nurse practitioner, the content is designed to strengthen clinical decision-making when managing patients with acute, subacute, and chronic non-cancer pain—including safe prescribing of controlled substances.

Topics include: NM Board of Nursing Rule 9 requirements, pain classifications and assessment (including nociceptive, neuropathic, and nociplastic pain), the 2022 CDC opioid prescribing guidelines, pharmacology and relative potency of opioids, Morphine Milligram Equivalents (MME), prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and NM PMP requirements, substance use disorder identification using DSM-5 criteria, screening tools for risk of misuse, medication-assisted treatment (buprenorphine, naltrexone, methadone), naloxone for overdose reversal, gabapentin misuse, safe storage and disposal of controlled substances, and sickle cell and cancer pain management considerations.

This course uses current, non-stigmatizing clinical language aligned with NIDA and SAMHSA terminology guidelines and incorporates 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) data.

Key Features

✓ Meets NM Rule 9 Requirement

Full 5-hour NCPM CE for APRNs

✓ 5 Pharmacotherapy Hours

ANCC-approved for NP recertification

✓ CE Broker Reported

Mandatory NM tracking—we handle it

✓ 100% Online

Self-paced, instant certificate

Regulatory Statement: This course satisfies the New Mexico Board of Nursing requirement for 5 contact hours of non-cancer pain management continuing education for APRNs as outlined in Rule 16.12.9 NMAC (Rule 9). Course content covers pharmacology and risks of controlled substances, problems of misuse, substance use disorder and diversion, state and federal prescribing regulations, and a review of Rule 9. Approved for 5 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours. ANCC Provider #P0557 • NM BON #50-18921. Completions are reported to CE Broker. Nurses are responsible for ensuring completion of all renewal requirements applicable to their individual license.

Course Author: Joanna Nolte, APRN, MSN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC — Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Accredited Provider Program Director. No conflicts of interest to disclose.

Last updated: April 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New Mexico non-cancer pain management CE requirement?

Under NM Board of Nursing Rule 16.12.9 NMAC (Rule 9), all advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who hold a federal DEA registration and a New Mexico controlled substance license must complete 5 contact hours of non-cancer pain management continuing education every two-year license renewal cycle. The required content areas include: review of Rule 9, understanding the pharmacology and risks of controlled substances, awareness of the problems of misuse, substance use disorder, and diversion, and awareness of state and federal regulations for prescribing controlled substances.

How often do NM APRNs need non-cancer pain management CE?

Non-cancer pain management CE is required every licensure renewal cycle — every 2 years — for any APRN who holds both a DEA registration and a NM controlled substance license. This is a recurring requirement that must be fulfilled each renewal period.

Who must complete the NM non-cancer pain management CE?

This requirement applies specifically to APRNs (including Certified Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists) who hold both a federal DEA registration and a New Mexico controlled substance registration. If you prescribe or handle controlled substances in New Mexico, this requirement applies to you.

Does this course count for pharmacotherapeutic CE hours?

Yes. This course is approved by the ANCC for 5 hours of pharmacotherapeutics (Provider #P0557). For nurse practitioners who are board certified through the ANCC, these hours may be applied toward your pharmacotherapy requirement for recertification.

Will my completion be reported to CE Broker?

Yes. New Mexico requires mandatory CE tracking through CE Broker. Renew Now CE reports course completions directly to CE Broker. It may take up to 24 hours for the course to appear on your CE Broker transcript. If you do not see your course posted after 24 hours, contact us at [email protected].

What does Rule 9 (16.12.9 NMAC) require APRNs to know?

Rule 9 establishes that APRNs with prescriptive authority must balance the promotion of safe use of controlled substances with impeding illegal and harmful activities. Key requirements covered in this course include: conducting thorough patient evaluations before prescribing, obtaining informed consent and a written treatment agreement, utilizing the NM Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP), reviewing PMP reports at least every 3 months for patients on continuous controlled substances, and identifying patients at risk for opioid misuse or overdose.

Is this course accepted by the New Mexico Board of Nursing?

Yes. Renew Now CE is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC), Provider #P0557. Renew Now CE also holds New Mexico Board of Nursing approval #50-18921. ANCC accreditation is accepted by all 50 state boards of nursing.

Does this course cover the NM Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) requirements?

Yes. The course includes a detailed review of NM PMP requirements under Rule 9, Section 16.12.9.9, including: mandatory PMP registration, reviewing patient reports before first-time prescribing of Schedule II–V substances, quarterly review during continuous use, delegation rules, and identification of high-risk patterns (multiple prescribers, concurrent opioid-benzodiazepine use, doses above 90 MME/day).

What if I don't pass the post-test on my first attempt?

No problem — you have unlimited attempts on every post-test at no extra charge. Review the material and retake as many times as needed. Once you pass, your certificate downloads instantly.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes — 30 days, no questions asked. If you are not completely satisfied within 30 days of purchase, contact us for a full refund.

Does Renew Now CE require a subscription?

No. This is a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no auto-renewals, no recurring fees.

$55.00
5 Contact Hours
Includes 5.00 Pharmacology Hours
Required For: NM
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