Rhode Island H7486 amends the Primary Care Training Sites Program to allow the Office of Health Insurance Commissioner to designate patient-centered.

Rhode Island H7486 amends the Primary Care Training Sites Program to allow the Office of Health Insurance Commissioner to designate patient-centered medical home (PCMH) care. The bill updates definitions and requirements for primary care sites, including achieving NCQA PCMH distinction or accreditation from other entities. It also mandates integrated behavioral health services and a curriculum of training for physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island H7486 amends the Primary Care Training Sites Program to allow the Office of Health Insurance Commissioner to designate patient-centered.

Rhode Island H7486 amends the Primary Care Training Sites Program to allow the Office of Health Insurance Commissioner to designate patient-centered medical home (PCMH) care. The bill updates definitions and requirements for primary care sites, including achieving NCQA PCMH distinction or accreditation from other entities. It also mandates integrated behavioral health services and a curriculum of training for physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The act takes effect upon passage.