Oklahoma

Oklahoma has launched a statewide EMS centralization initiative under the Rural Health Transformation Program, selecting Pulsara as the EMS communication and coordination platform. The platform enables real-time information exchange, live video specialty consultation, and logistics management for rural hospitals and Fire/EMS agencies at no cost. Implementation will occur in prioritized waves, focusing on connecting rural networks first. Key contacts: OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov Event schedule: - Announcement Date - 08/14/2026 - CT - Oklahoma

Oklahoma's Rural Health Transformation Program is engaging stakeholders through multiple regional roadshow events and webinars. The Rural Regional Reorientation (RRR) program facilitates collaboration with healthcare leaders and partners to identify priority needs and guide health improvement projects across rural Oklahoma. Events provide opportunities for community input and help shape priorities for state-led rural health initiatives. Key contacts: Melanie McGee OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov; Ann Paul OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov; Clark Houser OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov; Tamara Clift OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov Event schedule: - Altus Roadshow - 08/19/2026 - 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT - Southwest Technology Center, Altus, OK - August RHT Program Touchpoint Webinar - 08/24/2026 - 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT - Zoom https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1658621796?pwd=aT6z2E4usufossLcj8c1aUULyR6FrV.1 - Atoka Roadshow - 08/25/2026 - 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT - Kiamichi Technology Center, Atoka, OK - RRR Regional Kickoff – Tahlequah - 07/30/2026 - 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CT - Cherokee County Health Department, Tahlequah, OK - RRR Regional Kickoff – McAlester - 07/31/2026 - 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM CT - Pittsburg County Health Department, McAlester, OK - RRR Regional Kickoff – Pryor - 08/03/2026 - 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT - Mayes County Fairgrounds, Pryor, OK - RRR Regional Kickoff – Guymon - 08/03/2026 - 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT - Texas County Health Department, Guymon, OK - RRR Regional Kickoff – Anadarko - 08/05/2026 - 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CT - OSU Extension Service Center, Anadarko, OK

This RFP launches Oklahoma’s statewide Medicaid managed care transformation as SoonerSelect, consolidating physical health, behavioral health, and pharmacy services through MCOs to improve outcomes, deliver value-based care, and enhance accountability for Medicaid populations including children, pregnant women, parents, and expansion adults. The RFP also includes a Specialty Children’s Plan for foster, adoption-assistance, and juvenile justice-involved children. Extensive stakeholder engagement has informed new approaches for rural access, network development, behavioral health integration, and addressing social determinants of health. Key contacts: Susan Geyer procurement@okhca.org Event schedule: - Solicitation issue date - October 15, 2020 - CT - Deadline for submission of technical questions - October 29, 2020 - 3:00 PM CT - Response to questions issued - November 6, 2020 - CT - Release of Capitation Rates - December 7, 2020 - CT - Actuarial bidder’s conference - December 14, 2020 - CT - Response due date and time - January 15, 2021 - 3:00 PM CT - Announcement of awards - February 1, 2021 - CT - Initiation of enrollment - October 1, 2021 - CT

This RFP from the Oklahoma Health Care Authority solicits an EQRO/QIO contractor to provide independent quality review, support value-based payment reforms, and assist in the SoonerSelect managed care transformation. The winning contractor will provide annual external quality review (EQR) reports, mandatory and optional CMS EQR protocol activities, EPSDT compliance reviews, and help drive quality improvement across all participating Oklahoma managed care entities. Key contacts: Gina Kwiatkowski procurement@okhca.org Event schedule: - RFP available on OHCA website/email Bidders - 12/01/2020 - CT - RFP Questions Due - 12/11/2020 - 3:00 PM CT - RFP answers available on website - 12/22/2020 - 3:00 PM CT - Proposals Due to OHCA - 01/12/2021 - 3:00 PM CT - Oral Presentations/Interviews (optional) - 01/25/2021 - CT - At OHCA, by phone or video conferencing - Award of Contract (Estimated) - 01/29/2021 - CT - Operations Begin - 04/01/2021 - CT - Contract Award - 2021-01-15

Oklahoma was awarded over $223 million for its first year of RHTP to transform rural health care delivery through a system-wide approach across 75 eligible counties. Core initiatives include workforce expansion, care model innovation, technology modernization, value-based payment transition, population health, and network development. Reporting to CMS will be quarterly and annually, with outcome metrics and community engagement as program priorities. Key contacts: Supplier Registration Assistance team OKSuppliers@omes.ok.gov; Oklahoma RHTP OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov Event schedule: - First budget period start - December 28, 2025 - First budget period end - October 30, 2026 - Subrecipient spending and invoicing deadline - July 31, 2027 - Draw down deadline - September 30, 2027 - Last Modified - June 22, 2026

This document sets forth the standard subrecipient contractual terms required under Oklahoma's RHTP-funded Doula Expansion program. It details federal and state procurement, reporting, insurance, and anti-discrimination requirements. Additional terms cover risk management, allowable costs, invoicing, payment, and compliance monitoring for all rural health subrecipients. Event schedule: - Increasing Seat Belt Use in the United States. Pursuant to Executive Order 13043, 62 FR 19217 (, 1997), Subrecipient is encouraged to adopt and enforce on-the-job seat belt policies and programs for employees when ope... - Reducing Text Messaging While Driving. Pursuant to Executive Order 13513, 74 F.R. 51225 (, 2009), Subrecipient is encouraged to adopt and enforce policies that ban text messaging while driving and establish workplace...

Oklahoma received $223.5M for RHTP Year 1, launching multiple procurements and distributing over $4M in Microgrants across most rural counties. Key programs focus on chronic disease management, regional care improvements, transportation expansion, and deploying community health workers. Over 70% of funds are already obligated. Event schedule: - CMS Funding Award - 12/29/2025 - CT - BP1 Funding Spend Deadline - 10/30/2026 - CT - Annual CMS Report Due - 08/30/2026 - CT

This data file details actuarial draft capitation rates for Medicaid/CHIP dental managed care in Oklahoma by region and population group. Estimated savings for the October 2021-June 2022 period are calculated, showing modest reductions in expenditures statewide when comparing current program costs to draft managed care rates. The analysis intends to illustrate financial impact as part of SoonerSelect Medicaid dental transformation.

The SoonerSelect Dental Plan Data Book aggregates Medicaid eligibility and claims data for eligible populations in Oklahoma to inform dental program capitation rate setting. It includes details on population groups, service categories, rate-setting adjustments, and anticipated program changes that may affect adult and children's dental coverage under Medicaid. Recent provider rate increases and planned expansion of adult dental benefits are identified as significant program changes affecting future rates and coverage. Event schedule: - Program Implementation Start - 10/01/2021 - First Program Year End - 06/30/2022 - Provider Rate Increase Effective Date - 10/01/2018 - Provider Rate Increase Effective Date - 10/01/2019

This document provides staffing and pricing instructions for bidders seeking to provide EQRO (External Quality Review Organization) and QIO (Quality Improvement Organization) services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. Activities include Medicaid managed care readiness reviews, validation protocols, annual reports, and various retrospective and peer reviews. The pricing instructions specify not-to-exceed amounts of $500,000 for the initial contract and $3 million for subsequent years.

This Q&A document answers vendor questions about the Oklahoma Health Care Authority's RFP for PHE Unwinding Benefits Navigation Services, which will support up to 250,000 SoonerCare members losing coverage after the federal public health emergency policies end. The contractor will provide health and social needs assessments, referrals, benefit navigation, and case management for affected individuals, with a state contract NTE of $1 million per year. Services are statewide and must coordinate with community resources and social service organizations. Event schedule: - Proposal Due Date - 03/01/2023 - CT - Operations Begin (Expected) - 05/01/2023 - Operations stand-up deadline - 2023-05-01 - Oklahoma