If you are self-employed, you are eligible to enroll in a health insurance plan during Open Enrollment from November 1 through January 15. Many individuals qualify for income-based subsidies that make plans affordable, sometimes with $0 monthly premium or deductible. We’re making the enrollment process easy be partnering with a navigator to provide free counseling and help enrolling.
In partnership with Tulsa FMAC and the Oklahoma Film + Music Office, we hosted a webinar for creatives to learn from Clay Ross of Cardinal Rule Insurance about affordable health care options available for enrollment from November 1 – January 15, designed to fit any creative lifestyle. Contact Clay Ross directly anytime.
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Tulsa FMAC’s Tulsa Music Census collected earlier this year shows 22% of music industry workers do not have insurance, 41% have vision or dental care needs, 34% struggle with mental health and 27% have physical health concerns. Lack of benefits such a healthcare and retirement was reported as a reason not to pursue a music career by 68% of respondents.
“Working with Clay and Cardinal Rule Insurance, Red Dirt Relief Fund has connected more than 100 music industry workers to health insurance for themselves and their families,” said RDRF Executive Director Katie Dale. “Medical emergency is the main reason people seek assistance through our organization, so we know if we can help individuals take care of their health and avoid racking up big medical bills, they will be more successful personally and professionally.”
According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 33,125 Oklahomans have enrolled in health care coverage for 2025 through the Affordable Care Act Marketplace since the start of the Marketplace Open Enrollment Period (OEP) on November 1.
“Tulsa’s creative community is one of the true gems of the city, and its members deserve the peace-of-mind that comes with quality health insurance just like those who work more traditional jobs. This is an invaluable resource for Tulsa’s world-class musicians, artists, and creatives to help educate them on the accessibility of quality health insurance and care without having to sacrifice pursuing their passion in the creative industry,” said Meg Gould, Executive Director of the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture.
The mission of the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture (FMAC) is to develop and connect resources to further grow and enhance northeast Oklahoma’s creative industries, including film, music, and the arts, all while promoting Tulsa as a creative hub and cultural destination. Tulsa FMAC initiatives include Play Tulsa Music, the Tulsa County Film Recovery Program, the Tulsa Music Strategy, and the Tulsa Creativity Database. Tulsa FMAC is housed under Tulsa Regional Tourism at the Tulsa Regional Chamber. Learn more at tulsafmac.com.
The Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO) exists to grow the film and music industries statewide by promoting and showcasing Oklahoma’s rich musical heritage and connecting emerging artists of all genres to music venues and businesses across the state. OF+MO also strives to support and connect local, national and international filmmakers with Oklahoma’s skilled crew, talent, production services and diverse locations which span across 12 eco-regions.
Red Dirt Relief Fund provides a safety net of critical assistance to Oklahoma music creators across all genres and geographies while also connecting them with health, wellness and professional service providers. Since its founding in 2012, RDRF has provided more than $900,000 in direct aid to music workers in Oklahoma.
