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Open enrollment period begins through HealthSource RI

WebOpen enrollment begins Wednesday, Nov. 1, to enroll in, change or renew health and dental care coverage through Rhode Island’s health insurance marketplace, …

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With COVID numbers rising, Lifespan reinstates masking policy

WebThe masking policies were reinstated on Dec. 28, 2023. As of Jan. 9, the average number of positive COVID cases across all four hospitals was 71, a Lifespan …

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Rhode Island’s health care system is sick. The State Senate has a …

WebThe health care industry is riddled with acronyms, many of which are long and hard to keep straight. But the acronym given to the tranche of health care bills laid out by …

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R.I. Senate confirms Cory King for permanent post as state health

WebCory King is seen in the Rhode Island Senate chamber, shortly after his confirmation to the permanent post of commissioner of the state’s health insurance …

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New street medicine program brings health care to Rhode Island’s

WebThe Rhode Island Foundation provided a $133,925 grant in December 2022 to fund it, and so far 20 doctors from various specialities have signed up. The program …

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How to strengthen primary care in Rhode Island

WebFor a new patient visit — about 15 to 30 minutes long — Rhode Island physicians get reimbursed by Medicare $75.05, according to the federal insurance’s fee …

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Why can’t Rhode Island find a state health director

WebDr. Jim McDonald’s skillful explanations of complicated public health topics during the COVID-19 pandemic — showing how the virus spreads with a jar of jelly …

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Report: Connecticut Medicaid underpays many health care providers

WebHARTFORD, Conn. — Connecticut’s Medicaid program pays providers less for specialist physician and behavioral health services compared to peer states, a report …

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Medicaid rates hikes would take longer but apply to more …

WebAn eagerly anticipated report released by the Rhode Island Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner (OHIC) in September recommended a $45 million …

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Department of Health launches online medical marijuana card …

WebRhode Islanders can now apply for a medical marijuana license online. The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) on Thursday announced the launch of the …

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Richard Charest confirmed as EOHHS Secretary • Rhode Island …

WebPROVIDENCE — The governor’s nominee for secretary of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) was confirmed by the Senate in a near …

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House passes police mental health training bill

WebA bill that seeks to offer new training options for police officers on mental health unanimously passed through the Rhode Island House of Representatives May 4. …

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State can finally start formal review process for Fatima and Roger

WebThe two state regulators that oversee hospital conversions in Rhode Island have declared an initial application to transfer ownership of Roger Williams Medical …

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Facing public backlash, some health care companies are …

WebLast month, Louisiana state senators sent a report to the state insurance commissioner outlining dozens of concerns over the fairness of the deal, alleged …

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Shovels out for secretive for-profit Steward Health Care

WebBy: Gintautas Dumcius - January 30, 2024 3:52 pm. In November 2021, Gov. Charlie Baker and Steward Health Care officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for a …

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McKee pitches $75,000 raise for state health director job

WebMcKee has proposed a 42% salary bump for the state health department director propelling the existing $175,383 annual pay to $250,000 a year. McKee in his …

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After nurse assaulted by patient, Lifespan launches campaign to …

WebHealth Care; Politics + Justice; After nurse assaulted by patient, Lifespan launches campaign to keep staff safe Hospital system asks community to pledge to …

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Newly unsealed court filing details debt at two hospitals in state

WebThe 106-page filing details a history of missed payments to vendors at the two Rhode Island hospitals, along with other ways that Prospect has flouted the terms of …

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State regulators release documents on proposed sale of Roger …

WebThe application by Atlanta-based Centurion Foundation Inc. and private equity company Prospect Medical Holdings Inc. can be downloaded from the websites of …

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