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OKLAHOMA
D+Last verified 2026-07-03
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN OKLAHOMA
How services are run
State agency
Your service plan
Individualized Service Plan (ISP)
Self-direction
Self-Directed Services
If you get denied
Deadline to appeal
30 days from your Notice of Action / written notice of Agency action (Notice of Adverse Benefit Determination for SoonerSelect)
Keep services during appeal
File within 60 days
- File LD-1 (Member Complaint/Grievance Form) within 30 calendar days of the OHCA written notice
- Continuation: submit written hearing request within 60 days of the notice (317:2-1-2.6)
- SoonerSelect managed care: file CE/DBM internal appeal within 60 days, then request a State fair hearing
- Fair hearing before OHCA ALJ; further review to OHCA CEO/designee in certain cases
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
Mental & Behavioral Health
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
NOTABLE WAIVERS
Community Waiver
SourceAdults with IDD needing comprehensive supports.
Waitlist: Oklahoma cleared its 13-year waitlist in 2022-2023 — new applications process much faster now.
In-Home Supports Waivers (children and adults)
SourcePeople with IDD living with family; capped budgets.
Waitlist: Apply through DDS intake.
Homeward Bound Waiver
SourceClass members from historical institutional litigation.
Waitlist: Closed class; verify eligibility with DDS.
ADvantage Waiver
SourceSeniors and adults with physical disabilities.
Waitlist: Apply through Oklahoma Human Services.
