Should an Indian person who is eligible for SoonerCare apply for SoonerCare?
Yes. Since health care is provided to the AI/AN population free of charge, arising from trust responsibility, many AI/ANs do not see any reason to enroll in SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid) or Medicare. However, by also enrolling in SoonerCare, adults and children may be able to access additional services which may not be available at all I/T/U facilities or through contract health, such as neurology, lab and x-ray, cardiology, etc.
