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November 8, 2023
What You Need to Know About Open Enrollment

Beginning Nov. 1, the health insurance marketplace opens for Oklahomans to elect medical coverage for 2024.

Variety of options available for those in need of quality, affordable health insurance

Beginning Nov. 1, the health insurance marketplace opens for Oklahomans to elect medical coverage for 2024.

This open enrollment period allows for individuals and families to enroll, re-enroll or make changes to their health insurance plans. Now is the time to find a plan that suits your needs and budget before the deadline.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK) offers the largest network of plans to meet the health care and financial needs of Oklahomans. Our MyBlue HMOSM, which features lower monthly premiums and generally lower out-of-pocket costs, is an example of an affordable plan option.

No Social Security Number? No problem. BCBSOK has a plan that utilizes an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. This option can be beneficial for certain nonresident and resident aliens, their spouses and dependents who cannot get a Social Security Number.

BCBSOK Bilingual Outreach Specialist Emma Krummrich said this plan gives underserved populations the opportunity to have health insurance, providing for peace of mind for them and their families.

“In my country, navigating and knowing about health insurance is something they are not familiar with,” said Krummrich, a native of Ecuador. “Many of them think this will interfere with their immigration. But I always ask them, ‘If you are not healthy, how are you going to pay for your car? How are you going to pay for your house? How are you going to take care for your family?’” For more details, bilingual assistance is available at 1-877-560-8760.

The current open enrollment period ends Jan. 15, 2024. However, Dec. 15, 2023, is the deadline to enroll to ensure coverage by Jan. 1, 2024.

Like holiday shopping, you can go online at healthcare.gov to compare your options. You can get one-on-one assistance - almost like a personal shopper. BCBSOK’s trusted community specialists are available at no cost to you at 1-888-346-9636 or at events they’re hosting across the state. Dates and locations can be found at BlueNearYouOK.com or email us at MAC@bcbsok.com.

To start your enrollment process today, call one of our trusted community specialists at 1-888-3469636 or visit BlueNearYouOK.com.

Patrons Bank warns community of rising phone scams
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Patrons Bank warns community of rising phone scams
July 25, 2025
Patrons Bank is urging the community to be on high alert as phone scams targeting bank customers continue to rise across the country - and right here at home.Scammers are spoofing legitimate bank phon...
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Christmas in July is today
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Christmas in July is today
July 25, 2025
Downtown Henryetta is set to come alive with holiday spirit and summer sunshine today, as the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce presents its annual “Christmas in July” celebration. The event, scheduled fr...
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Back-to-School excitement builds
July 25, 2025
As summer winds down and the school year quickly approaches, Henryetta Public Schools and Dewar Public Schools are rolling out the red carpet for students and families with a series of exciting back-t...
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Main Street Crossing Temporarily Closed
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Main Street Crossing Temporarily Closed
July 25, 2025
The City of Henryetta has announced that the Main Street railroad crossing is currently closed to all traffic. Residents needing to cross the tracks are encouraged to use the Trudgeon Street crossing ...
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Sales Tax Holiday returns Aug. 1-3
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Sales Tax Holiday returns Aug. 1-3
July 25, 2025
Shoppers across Okmulgee County and throughout the state will soon get a much-needed break on back-to-school expenses, as Oklahoma’s annual Sales Tax Holiday kicks off Friday, Aug. 1, and runs through...
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Historical Museum open Saturday
July 25, 2025
The Henryetta Historical Museum continues to welcome guests through its doors this summer with its special every-other-weekend schedule - and this Saturday is no exception. The museum will be open Jul...
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OCEM Report
July 25, 2025
This report is a summary of activities Okmulgee County Emergency Management participated in and does not reflect all activities performed by or participated in by Okmulgee County Emergency Management....
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Plans underway for Okmulgee County Fair
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Plans underway for Okmulgee County Fair
July 25, 2025
Planning is in full swing for the much-anticipated 2025 Okmulgee County Fair, with the event officially set to take place Sept. 4-6 at the Okmulgee County Fairgrounds.Members of the Fair Volunteer Com...
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Lions Club celebrates new members, history and upcoming events
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Lions Club celebrates new members, history and upcoming events
July 25, 2025
The Henryetta Lions Club held a lively and productive meeting on Thursday, July 17, at The Shack 2.0, welcoming new members, celebrating local heritage and preparing for several key community events o...
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Preston Schools announces Child Nutrition Program
July 25, 2025
Preston Public Schools announced they are participating in free lunch and/or breakfast program for the 2026 school year. All students enrolled in the district or the listed sites may participate in th...
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OCA All-State Week festivities are July 26-31
July 25, 2025
The Oklahoma Coaches Association (OCA) is gearing up for its annual All-State events, set to take place from Saturday, July 26 through Thursday, July 31. Athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts from...
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