Why Join
Your Membership Benefits & Resources
Giving Independent Providers a VOICE! OKIPA brings independent providers together to protect practice autonomy, expand opportunities, and advocate for fair healthcare policy across Oklahoma.
Annual dues, based on the date you pay your dues — with privacy protection built in.
Dues of membership are annual, based on the date you pay your dues. The Oklahoma Independent Provider Association is an Oklahoma-based, Limited Liability Company (LLC). Because of our LLC status, all members are kept confidential to the public, so your privacy stays intact.
The Oklahoma Independent Provider Association (OKIPA) is a statewide association of independent healthcare providers united to protect and advance independent practice in Oklahoma.
Joining OKIPA means gaining the collective strength of over 1,600 providers behind you—amplifying your voice in legislation, safeguards, and resources.
All programs are à la carte, so you choose the programs and resources that align with your specific practice needs.
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Increase Revenue
OKIPA vets and connects members to revenue opportunities, including ACO/CIN participation, Medicare Advantage arrangements, group purchasing, and other business ventures that individual practices couldn’t access alone.
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Decrease Expenses
Through group purchasing power and vetted preferred vendor relationships—covering medical billing, credentialing, healthcare IT, banking, real estate, and more—members reduce overhead without sacrificing quality.
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Advocate for Independent Providers
OKIPA serves as both an association and a lobbying organization. Membership dues fund our legislative efforts, and our team actively engages lawmakers and stakeholders on behalf of independent providers across all healthcare sectors in Oklahoma.
- Access to vetted Preferred Partners and vendor discounts
- Legislative lobbying on your behalf
- Member Portal with monthly updates and resources
- Workshops, seminars, and educational events
- A shared membership directory to build peer relationships
- Privacy protection — OKIPA's LLC structure keeps all members confidential from the public
Preferred Partners
Gain access to vetted healthcare services to enhance your practice, while fostering connections with local businesses and their offerings throughout Oklahoma.
Lobbying Efforts
Membership dues are essential for hiring a lobbying firm and building a fund for legislative efforts. Part of the dues covers credentialing and administrative costs.
Education
Library of resources providing tips, tools, and resources to grow and improve your practice.
Events, Workshops & Seminars
OKIPA will conduct workshops, seminars, and events to keep our members informed about legislative changes, best practices, and growth opportunities. Knowledge is power, and we are committed to empowering our members.
Your Voice Matters
We gather your needs by collecting information when you join. We ask about your pain points—what you need and how we can help. This guides our resources, direction, and lobbying efforts.