Oklahoma Hospital Association

12/02/2025

Rich Rasmussen, president and CEO of the Oklahoma Hospital Association, joined Bobby Stitt, chief administrative officer of Mercy Hospital Ada; and Oklahoma State Medical Association President Sumit Nanda, MD for a discussion hosted by KGOU.

The event focused on Medicaid cuts and how those cuts could affect hospitals, other health care providers, and patients in Oklahoma.

The panel was moderated by StateImpact Oklahoma health reporter Jillian Taylor. Listen to the discussion at the link below.

On Tuesday, November 18, KGOU hosted its latest Oklahoma Future forum at Kamp’s 1910 Cafe in Oklahoma City.

12/01/2025

With all the advertising targeted right to you, enrolling in Medicare can be confusing. But it’s not too late to learn more. Medicare Open Enrollment ends this week, and this site can help you understand the pros and cons of Medicare Advantage Plans and Original Medicare.

Choose the option that best works for you, and check with our hospital or provider to see if they sponsor a plan as well.

Learn more at MedicareDisadvantaged.org

11/28/2025

Live in a farming community? Now is the time to do a little extra research on the right Medicare coverage for you using our dedicated resource for seniors.

Learn more about how to weigh the options of Medicare Advantage plans and Original Medicare before you enroll for coverage in 2026!

Understand your options at MedicareDisadvantaged.org

Understanding Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at OHA! We’re incredibly thankful for the dedicated healthcare professionals who care for Oklahomans each and every day.

11/25/2025

OHA congratulates Rep. Preston Stinson and Sen. Brent Howard on receiving the OHA Outstanding Achievement Award. Their leadership and dedication to protecting healthcare access for Oklahomans especially their strong support for the federal 340B program have made a meaningful impact across the state.

Rep. Stinson, who represents District 96 and serves as chair of the House Appropriations & Budget Subcommittee on Public Health, has demonstrated steadfast commitment to strengthening the healthcare workforce, improving access to care, and ensuring accountability in public spending. His pragmatic approach continues to advance healthcare for all Oklahomans.

Sen. Howard, representing District 38, has been a champion for patients and caregivers in southwest Oklahoma. As chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee and vice chair of the Senate Subcommittee for Appropriations and Budget for Public Safety and the Judiciary, he has worked to ensure local hospitals and communities are prioritized over out-of-state special interests.

Left to right: Rich Rasmussen, OHA president & CEO; Rep. Preston Stinson; Sen. Brent Howard; Denise Webber, CEO of Stillwater Medical, OHA board chair.

11/24/2025

OHA congratulates Kevin Gross, LFACHE, on receiving the OHA Award of Merit. Gross retired in July 2025 as president of Oklahoma operations for the Hillcrest HealthCare System, overseeing 85 facilities across northeast Oklahoma and Tulsa. With more than 35 years of experience in healthcare leadership, he has consistently supported OHA’s advocacy efforts, contributed to OHA-PAC, and helped shape programs improving access to care. Gross has previously received the OHA Advocacy in Action Award twice and the W. Cleveland Rodgers Distinguished Service Award, and his leadership has left a lasting impact on hospitals and communities across the state.

Left to right: Rich Rasmussen, OHA president & CEO; Kevin Gross, LFACHE; Denise Webber, CEO of Stillwater Medical, OHA board chair.

11/21/2025

In recognition of Rural Health Day yesterday, we spoke with three rural healthcare leaders about what it means to serve their communities and the challenges they face. Darin Farrell, president and CEO of Weatherford Regional Hospital; Clark Houser, CEO of Okeene Municipal Hospital and Medical Clinic; and Corey Lively, CEO of Great Plains Regional Medical Center, shared experiences that reflect the realities of rural healthcare and the dedication required to keep these communities strong.

11/21/2025

Ready to spread the word about the Oklahoma Center for Nursing at Connect!

11/20/2025

OHA congratulates Alexis E. Ngo, PharmD, director of pharmacy business services at INTEGRIS Health, on receiving the OHA Advocacy in Action Award. This accolade recognizes her outstanding leadership and steadfast commitment to advancing healthcare initiatives, including her instrumental role in the passage of OHA’s 340B legislation during the 2025 state legislative session. Her efforts have helped protect vital patient programs and positively impacted healthcare access across the state.

Left to right: Rich Rasmussen, OHA president & CEO; Alexis E. Ngo director of pharmacy business services at INTEGRIS Health; Denise Webber, CEO of Stillwater Medical, OHA board chair.

11/20/2025

Did you know rural hospitals provide $220 billion in economic activity annually? Rural hospitals support 1 in 12 jobs in the U.S. — but many are in danger of closing. Learn more about the federal support necessary to keep hospitals open and their workers employed: https://buff.ly/MErxBkW

11/20/2025

OHA congratulates Roger Knak on receiving the W. Cleveland Rodgers Distinguished Service Award. Knak served as CEO of Fairview Regional Medical Center and Russell Regional Hospital, bringing decades of healthcare leadership to Oklahoma. He began his career as a professional firefighter paramedic and transitioned into hospital nursing and administration. Known for his advocacy for rural hospitals, Knak has been active on multiple OHA councils, including the Rural Health Council, the Council on Policy and Legislation, and the Council on Finance & Strategic Information Services.

Left to right: Rich Rasmussen, OHA president & CEO; Roger Knak; Denise Webber, CEO of Stillwater Medical, OHA board chair.

11/20/2025

Wrapping up the year with impact at the Oklahoma Hospital Association Connect Conference!

📍 Oklahoma City Convention Center
📅 November 19–21, 2025

We’re excited to connect with hospital leaders and discuss how smarter tech forward RCM strategies can support stronger outcomes for Oklahoma’s healthcare community. If you’re attending, stop by and say hello!