How to Register

As a member of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, your Blue Access for Members^SM account puts important health plan information at your fingertips.

Set up your BAM account to:

• Find a doctor or hospital in-network
• Check claim status and history
• Share your update preference (email or SMS text messages)
• Review billing and payment history
• Read helpful tips and wellness articles
• Connect with a Customer Advocate

To get started, you'll need:

• A valid personal email address to confirm your registration
• The member ID number on your ID card and member welcome letter

To register for BAM, follow these simple steps:

1. Go to the Log In page. Choose Create an Account.
2. Review the Terms of Use. If you agree to the terms detailed, click I Accept.
3. On the next page, enter your name, date of birth, and the member ID number on your BCBSNM member ID card.
4. On the following page, enter your personal email address and set up your username and password.
   
   • Your username must be at least eight characters and include only letters and numbers.
   • Your password must have at least eight characters and include an uppercase and lowercase letter, a number and special character.
5. Once you’ve completed this section, click Create Login to go to the Email Confirmation page. Look for an email confirming your new account and click Verify.
6. Once you receive your confirmation, you’ll be asked to return to the login page to sign in using your new username and password.

Register today so you can have easy access to your benefits, all in one place.

If you prefer, you can use the BCBSNM App to register. The BCBSNM App makes it easy to access BAM on the go. With it, you can make the most of your benefits — anytime, anywhere.

Originally published 9/30/2015; Revised 2017, 2018, 2023, 2025