Oklahoma sets May 2026 shift to state-based exchange on the federal platform

The OID states there are no immediate changes to how consumers shop for or enroll in coverage for plan years 2026 and 2027, with consumers continuing to use HealthCare.gov in those years, even as Oklahoma begins assuming responsibility “behind the scenes” for key Exchange functions as an SBE-FP, including public engagement and awareness, community assister programs, health plan management, and consumer hotline support. For insurance professionals operating in Oklahoma, the notice indicates that “ownership of various program activities is transitioning” from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to the Oklahoma Insurance Department, including user fee collection, health plan management, community assister programs, marketing, and hotline support.