Medical Bills & Health Insurance Help in Rhode Island
Whether you are staring at a hospital bill, an EOB you cannot read, or a denial letter, this page collects what is specific to Rhode Island — HealthSource RI, Rhode Island's own marketplace, RIte Care / RI Medicaid, and the state rules that shape charity care and appeals — alongside our free tools.
Coverage and enrollment in Rhode Island
HealthSource RI
Rhode Island runs its own ACA marketplace instead of HealthCare.gov. Premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions are available to residents who qualify.
Open enrollment: Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026
Visit HealthSource RIRIte Care / RI Medicaid
Free Medicare counseling (SHIP): 1-401-462-4444
RIte Care / RI Medicaid websiteRhode Island has no dedicated patient-billing statute in our registry, so the federal baseline applies: non-profit hospitals must offer financial assistance under IRS §501(r) (26 U.S.C. §501(r)), and the federal No Surprises Act limits most surprise out-of-network bills. Ask the hospital for its written financial assistance policy — they are required to have one.
Tools you can use on a Rhode Island bill
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