High risk OB program expanded for SoonerCare

Posted on: 8/23/19


Family practice physicians with obstetrical training and hospital credentials for obstetrical services will have authority to order enhanced services for SoonerCare members with high-risk pregnancies under an Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) rule change adopted at OHCA’s Aug. 21 board meeting.

Current OHCA policy allows only maternal fetal medicine specialists and obstetrician-gynecologists to document the medical necessity of certain additional services for high risk OB patients, such as additional ultrasounds and fetal non-stress tests. This has required pregnant rural SoonerCare members to travel to metro areas to receive needed care.
OHCA policy staff noted that this policy change will address and improve access to care for obstetrical-related services in rural Oklahoma.

The policy change will become effective upon signature by the governor, which is to occur within 45 days.

Additional information on OHCA’s medical authorization process for high risk OB patients can be found here. (Rick Snyder)

Save the dates for OHA 2022 events

Posted on: 2/18/22


It’s a new year and a new lineup of important events for you and your staff. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to engage in advocacy, education and networking all year long. Mark your calendar now!

OHA Advocacy Day - Tuesday, April 5, Oklahoma History Center. Join us for our annual legislative day. We will begin with a member briefing at 3 p.m., followed by a legislative reception at 5 p.m. Watch for registration materials soon.

OHA-PAC Golf Tournament - Tuesday, June 21, Jimmie Austin Golf Club at OU, Norman. Time and details TBA.

OHA Health Care Leaders Forum - Tuesday, July 19 - Thursday, July 21, Shangri-La Resort, Grand Lake. Watch for registration soon!

OHA Connect 22 - Wednesday, Nov. 9 - Friday, Nov. 11, Oklahoma City Convention Center and Omni Hotel, downtown Oklahoma City. Plan now to attend OHA’s annual conference and exhibit hall. More details to come.

Details on these events and other upcoming education opportunities will be available on the OHA website.