The Rhode Island Medicaid Program Covers:
The Rhode Island Medical Assistance Program, also known as " Medicaid", is a federal and state funded program that pays for medical and health related services for eligible Rhode Islanders. RIte Care, RI’s Medicaid Managed Care Program, covers families receiving cash assistance through the Family Independence Program and income eligible children, parents, and pregnant women without health insurance.
In addition to RIte Care, the Medical Assistance Program also covers children with special needs. If a child is found eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) due to a disability, then they are also eligible for Medical Assistance. SSI is a Federal program which provides monthly cash payments to families who have children with physical, developmental, and/or mental impairments. Eligibility is based on family income and medical need.
Covered Benefits
Inpatient hospital services
Inpatient psychiatric hospital services
Outpatient hospital services:
Clinic and emergency room care
Laboratory and x-rays
Pharmacy
Physician services
Pharmacy services
Dental services
Clinical Laboratory services
Durable medical equipment, surgical appliances, and prosthetic devices
Certified home health agency services
Podiatry services
Ambulance services
Community mental health center services
Substance abuse services
Nursing facilities services
Optometry Services
Intermediate Care Facility and Day Treatment Services for the Mentally Retarded
Hospice Care Services
Organ Transplant Services
Therapy services, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy
Vision care
Skilled nursing care
Transportation
Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT)