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Oklahoma Health Care Authority Celebrates One Year Of Increased Access To Naloxone

News 9 The Oklahoma Health Care Authority is celebrating a year since its members could start accessing Naloxone, known by the brand name Narcan, without a prescription.

Gov. Stitt Appoints Ellen Buettner As Chief Health And Mental Health Advisor

News 9 Governor Kevin Stitt announced that Ellen Buettner will serve as his chief health and mental health advisor, in addition to her role as CEO of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. Buettner, appointed as CEO in 2023, leads the agency administering Oklahoma's Medicaid program, serving over 1 million residents, according to a press release.

OHCA Says Data Shows Promise Amid SoonerSelect Transition

Cameron Joiner At the beginning of April the OHCA transitioned Medicaid members to SoonerSelect, where members had a choice of three health plans from private insurance companies. Now the OHCA says members are already reaping the benefits.

'Growing Pains': Providers, Members Adjust To Changes Under SoonerSelect Managed Medicaid

Cameron Joiner On April 1st, SoonerSelect transitioned Medicaid recipients in Oklahoma from SoonerCare to one of three third-party health plans: Aetna BetterHealth, Humana Healthy Horizons and Oklahoma Complete Health.

'A Breakdown In Communication:' SoonerSelect Managed Care Program Meets Mixed Reviews

News 9 SoonerSelect launched just over a week ago, and the response is mixed. The program changes the way Medicaid is administered through SoonerCare.

'Should Not Be The Case:' SoonerCare Member Treatment Cancelled Amid Transition To SoonerSelect

News 9 SoonerCare rolled out a new managed care program called Sooner Select. The transition to SoonerSelect was supposed to be seamless, but several providers and members were confused amid the transition.

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How Would The Potential Government Shutdown Impact Oklahomans?

Cameron Joiner The general consensus across the board right now is that time will tell. But it all hinges on whether or not Congress can come to an agreement by Sunday.

How Would The Potential Government Shutdown Impact Oklahomans?

Cameron Joiner The general consensus across the board right now is that time will tell. But it all hinges on whether or not Congress can come to an agreement by Sunday.

State Healthcare Authority Approves HIE Rules With Clarifications For Mental Health Services

Cameron Joiner The Oklahoma Healthcare Authority officially voted and approved the rules for the Health Information Exchange (HIE), requiring providers to upload and share consenting patient records in a statewide online database.

State Healthcare Authority Approves HIE Rules With Clarifications For Mental Health Services

Oklahoma Medicaid Members At Risk Of Losing Coverage When Federal COVID Aid Expires

Jordan Ryan 200,000 Oklahomans could lose their Medicaid coverage when federal COVID-19 funding expires.

Oklahoma Medicaid Members At Risk Of Losing Coverage When Federal COVID Aid Expires

Jordan Ryan 200,000 Oklahomans could lose their Medicaid coverage when federal COVID-19 funding expires.

The Hot Seat: Medicaid Managed Care Vs. Medicaid Expansion

News 9 OHCA Communications Chief Melissa Richey joins News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell to discuss the difference between Medicaid Managed Care and Medicaid Expansion.

The Hot Seat: Medicaid Managed Care Vs. Medicaid Expansion

News 9 OHCA Communications Chief Melissa Richey joins News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell to discuss the difference between Medicaid Managed Care and Medicaid Expansion.

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Oklahoma Turns To Out-Of-State Firm For Medicaid Program Plan

Shannon Rousseau The state of Oklahoma is turning to an out-of-state consulting firm to come up with a Medicaid program.

Oklahoma Turns To Out-Of-State Firm For Medicaid Program Plan

Shannon Rousseau The state of Oklahoma is turning to an out-of-state consulting firm to come up with a Medicaid program.

OHCA To Start Calls To Update Member Information

Grant Hermes Healthcare Authority officials said they'll begin making phone calls to Soonercare recipients as a part of the efforts to clean up the healthcare plan’s rolls. The Governor asked the OHCA to clean up the Soonercare rolls and to make sure patients ha

OHCA To Start Calls To Update Member Information

Changes To State Healthcare Could Affect Thousands

Grant Hermes Changes are on the way for Medicaid in Oklahoma, despite criticism and warnings from experts around the country who say new state policies and proposals could force thousands of Oklahoma families off coverage.

Changes To State Healthcare Could Affect Thousands

Oklahoma's SoonerCare Starting Refund Program For Failed Medications

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As healthcare costs continue to rise Oklahoma will soon become the first state allowed to negotiate with drug-makers if their medicine doesn't work.

Oklahoma's SoonerCare Starting Refund Program For Failed Medications

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As healthcare costs continue to rise Oklahoma will soon become the first state allowed to negotiate with drug-makers if their medicine doesn't work.

Oklahoma Health Care Authority Cancels SoonerCare Provider Cuts

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The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) board met in special session on Dec. 29 and voted to reverse provider rate reductions which were approved on Dec. 1 and scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1.

Oklahoma Health Care Authority Cancels SoonerCare Provider Cuts

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The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) board met in special session on Dec. 29 and voted to reverse provider rate reductions which were approved on Dec. 1 and scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1.

State Senate Approves $17.7M Funding To Prevent OHCA Rate Cuts

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The Senate approved $17.7 million in funding for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) to prevent provider rate cuts, according to a release issued Wednesday.

State Senate Approves $17.7M Funding To Prevent OHCA Rate Cuts

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The Senate approved $17.7 million in funding for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) to prevent provider rate cuts, according to a release issued Wednesday.

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Death Toll In Attack At German Christmas Market Rises To 5; 200 Injured

CBS News The Senate early Saturday morning overwhelmingly approved a bill to avert a prolonged government shutdown, just hours after the House passed the measure with wide bipartisan support. The Senate vote came just after the Friday midnight deadline that would have marked the beginning of the shutdown.

Oklahoma Health Care Authority Celebrates One Year Of Increased Access To Naloxone

Gov. Stitt Appoints Ellen Buettner As Chief Health And Mental Health Advisor

OHCA Says Data Shows Promise Amid SoonerSelect Transition

'Growing Pains': Providers, Members Adjust To Changes Under SoonerSelect Managed Medicaid

'A Breakdown In Communication:' SoonerSelect Managed Care Program Meets Mixed Reviews

'Should Not Be The Case:' SoonerCare Member Treatment Cancelled Amid Transition To SoonerSelect

How Would The Potential Government Shutdown Impact Oklahomans?

How Would The Potential Government Shutdown Impact Oklahomans?

State Healthcare Authority Approves HIE Rules With Clarifications For Mental Health Services

State Healthcare Authority Approves HIE Rules With Clarifications For Mental Health Services

Jenks Mother Worries About Funding For Disabled Son's In-Home Care

Jenks Mother Worries About Funding For Disabled Son's In-Home Care

Gov. Stitt And State Health Officials Celebrate New Health Care Model

Gov. Stitt And State Health Officials Celebrate New Health Care Model

Oklahoma Medicaid Members At Risk Of Losing Coverage When Federal COVID Aid Expires

Oklahoma Medicaid Members At Risk Of Losing Coverage When Federal COVID Aid Expires

The Hot Seat: Medicaid Managed Care Vs. Medicaid Expansion

The Hot Seat: Medicaid Managed Care Vs. Medicaid Expansion

Oklahoma Turns To Out-Of-State Firm For Medicaid Program Plan

Oklahoma Turns To Out-Of-State Firm For Medicaid Program Plan

OHCA To Start Calls To Update Member Information

OHCA To Start Calls To Update Member Information

Changes To State Healthcare Could Affect Thousands

Changes To State Healthcare Could Affect Thousands

Oklahoma's SoonerCare Starting Refund Program For Failed Medications

Oklahoma's SoonerCare Starting Refund Program For Failed Medications

Oklahoma Health Care Authority Cancels SoonerCare Provider Cuts

Oklahoma Health Care Authority Cancels SoonerCare Provider Cuts

State Senate Approves $17.7M Funding To Prevent OHCA Rate Cuts

State Senate Approves $17.7M Funding To Prevent OHCA Rate Cuts

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Death Toll In Attack At German Christmas Market Rises To 5; 200 Injured

Death Toll In Attack At German Christmas Market Rises To 5; 200 Injured

Senate Passes Bill To Avert Government Shutdown, Sending It To Biden's Desk For Signature

Senate Passes Bill To Avert Government Shutdown, Sending It To Biden's Desk For Signature

Movie Man: The Lion King: Mufasa

Movie Man: The Lion King: Mufasa

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Death Toll In Attack At German Christmas Market Rises To 5; 200 Injured

Senate Passes Bill To Avert Government Shutdown, Sending It To Biden's Desk For Signature

Movie Man: The Lion King: Mufasa

Neighbor Reacts To NW OKC Shooting That Leaves 2 Dead, Including Child

How New 'Home Sharing' Rules Impact Your Neighborhood

Temperatures Warm Up This Weekend, Rain Chances Ahead For Christmas Week