AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMedicare Watch: CMS’s WISeR prior authorization pilot is off to a rocky start in Oklahoma and other states, with critics warning it could mean more denials, delays, and higher out-of-pocket costs—especially as AI is used to review requests. Public Health & Safety: Oklahoma’s Medical Examiner’s Office is flagging a rise in kratom overdoses, including higher-potency products and seizure risk, as regulators and health officials push for tighter controls. Community Care: RMHC-OKC will host its Red Shoe Rendezvous fundraiser Aug. 29 to support families of seriously ill or injured children, and the nonprofit plans to open a second Ronald McDonald House location later this year. Disability Employment Support: The Dale Rogers Training Center is hosting a June 26 resource fair in Oklahoma City focused on job opportunities for people with disabilities. Blood Supply Alert: Our Blood Institute says it’s running low on blood due to a nationwide shortage, with summer donation drops and fewer high-school/university donors. Food Assistance: Oklahoma SNAP rolls declined 14% over the past year, meaning about 97,000 fewer people rely on the program.
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