Emergency Deferral

A naturopathic doctor unable to fulfill the CME requirements prior to the date of license expiration may apply to the board for an emergency deferral of the requirements by submitting a request in writing no later than March 1 of the renewal year. A designee of the board may grant a deferral of up to 60 days. In case of illness or other documented circumstances, the board may grant an additional extension of time in which the necessary credits may be earned. The request must be made in writing prior to the end of the emergency deferral and must be approved by the board. [16.10.22.19 NMAC - N, 3/24/2020] 16.10.22.20 EXPEDITED MEDICAL LICENSURE FOR MILITARY AND SPOUSES LICENSED IN ANOTHER JURISDICTION: If a military service member, the spouse of a military service member, or a recent veteran submits an application for a naturopathic doctor license and is a qualified applicant pursuant to this part, the board shall expedite the processing of such application and issue the appropriate license as soon as practicable. Any qualified applicant seeking expedited consideration pursuant to this section shall submit a copy of form DD214 or its equivalent or verification of active military status with their application.