Presbyterian lays off 135 more employees

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Presbyterian is laying off 135 employees, primarily within the Presbyterian Health Plan, the company confirmed in a statement to KOB.

Presbyterian cited “workforce changes” within the Presbyterian Health Plan. It’s related to their decision to exit most Medicare Advantage plans and due to a decrease in overall membership.

“These changes are part of our efforts to align staffing and operations with the services the health plan will continue to provide while strengthening Presbyterian’s long-term sustainability,” the company stated.

The layoffs also include some administrative roles. Presbyterian planned to notify the 135 affected employees Thursday about the elimination of their positions and their individual transition timelines.

“Most impacted employees will remain for the coming months to support members and complete transition work, while some will leave today,” the company stated.

The changes don’t include patient care roles in Presbyterian hospitals and clinics. The company plans to offer severance benefits and career transition resources.

“We recognize the significant impact these decisions have on our colleagues and are grateful for their contributions to Presbyterian,” the company stated. “While difficult, these actions are necessary to support Presbyterian’s financial strength and our continued ability to serve New Mexico as a local, independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization.”

In June, Presbyterian said it would end most Medicare Advantage plans in 2027 and cut about 150 health plan and administrative jobs.

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