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PRESENTATIONS:

The Impact of Nursing Homes on Oklahoma’s Rural Communities

Russell Evans, Ph.D., Dean of UCO College of Business
Researcher Russell Evans, Ph.D., and his team conducted an analysis on the economic impact nursing homes have on rural Oklahoma. This session will feature a review of the evaluation process and highlight key findings
from the study.

Federal Policy, State Budgets, and Long-Term Care: Understanding
FMAP and the Implications of HR1 for Oklahoma Providers
Christina Foss, Executive Leader
This presentation examines how federal Medicaid policy decisions directly influence Oklahoma’s health care
system, with a particular focus on long-term care providers. Attendees will gain an overview of the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP), how changes in FMAP affect state budgeting and Medicaid program stability, and why these fluctuations matter for provider reimbursement and access to care.
The session will also explore the expected impacts of HR1 on Oklahoma’s health care delivery system, highlighting potential shifts in Medicaid financing, eligibility, and program flexibility.

Bridging Generations: The Benefits of Intergenerational Programs in LTC

Brett Coble, CEO, Bridges Health
Jillian Gregston, Administrator, Gregston’s Nursing & Rehab
This session highlights the value of intergenerational programs in long-term care, bringing residents and youth together to enhance engagement and well-being. Presenters will share program structures, key benefits for residents, youth, and staff, and practical strategies for successful implementation in LTC settings.

Top Ten Deficiencies & OSDH Update
Philip Miller, Long Term Care Director, OSDH
This presentation reviews the most common deficiencies cited in long-term care surveys and provides an update from the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH).