H7486

Allows the office of health insurance commissioner (OHIC) as the state agency that has the authority to designate patient-centered medical home (PCMH) care to obtain maximal health outcomes.

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

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.

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Where it stands

Current
Health & Human Services Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 24

12:00 AM

House Health & Human Services Hearing

History

Mar 24

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 20

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)

Feb 4

House

Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services