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SB 1067

Health insurance; ambulance service provider; providing for establishment of certain database; modifying reimbursement rates and criteria for certain ambulance services. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Paul Rosino and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma establishes ambulance provider database and modifies insurance reimbursement rates to standardize emergency transportation payment across the state.

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/28/2025
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Bill Summary · SB 1067

Legislative bill overview

SB 1067 establishes a database for ambulance service providers in Oklahoma and modifies how insurance reimburses ambulance services. The bill adjusts reimbursement rates and criteria for certain ambulance services, creating standardized tracking and payment mechanisms across the state's health insurance system.

Why is this important

Ambulance services are a critical emergency healthcare component, and reimbursement rates directly affect whether providers can operate sustainably. Changes to how insurance companies reimburse ambulance services impact both provider viability and patient access to emergency transportation, particularly in rural areas where margins are thin.

Potential points of contention

  • Provider profitability vs. insurance costs: Higher reimbursement rates benefit ambulance operators but increase insurance premiums; lower rates save insurers money but may reduce service availability
  • Rural vs. urban disparities: Database standardization could disadvantage rural providers with higher operational costs and lower call volumes compared to urban services
  • Database administration: Unclear who manages the database, enforces compliance, and handles disputes over reimbursement rate determinations under the new criteria

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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