OKIPA Member Update
Oklahoma Independent Provider Association
Championing Independent Providers
OKIPA is hard at work elevating the independent provider as the best form of care for Oklahoma’s patient population. As the legislative session moves forward, we are also paying close attention to the gubernatorial race.
On Monday, March 30th, we attended a gubernatorial debate that included all candidates except Gentner Drummond. The audience was invited to submit questions — unfortunately, healthcare was not addressed.
We Have to Change This.
On May 31st, OKIPA will host a gubernatorial debate with all candidates. We will be reaching out to our members to fill the audience and submit questions that put healthcare front and center.
More details to come — stay tuned.
How We’re Fighting for You
Below is a summary from our lobbyist (Dan Chepkauskus) on the legislation currently being addressed. As we continue to build out our website, you’ll find more on these topics and how they affect you as an independent provider.
| Legislative Priority | What We’re Doing |
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| Protect Emergency Care |
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| Decrease Healthcare Costs |
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| Reduce Administrative Burden |
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| Promote Competition & Transparency |
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| Direct Payment |
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| Malpractice Reform |
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| Protect Physician Ownership |
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Oklahoma Independent Provider Association
Advocating for independent healthcare providers across Oklahoma