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R.I. Gen. Laws § 27-20.10-1. Definitions
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For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply: (1) “Contracting entity” means any person or entity that enters into direct contracts with providers for the delivery of healthcare services in the ordinary course of business. (2) “Control” and “under common co…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 27-20.10-2. Scope
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(a) This chapter shall apply to health insurance corporations subject to chapter 1 of this title, nonprofit hospital or medical service corporations subject to chapter 19 or 20 of this title, and health maintenance organizations incorporated or resident in the state of Rhode Isla…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 27-20.10-3. Registration
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(a) Any person that commences business as a contracting entity shall register with the department within thirty (30) days of commencing business in the state of Rhode Island unless such person is licensed by the department as an insurer. Upon passage of this chapter, each person …
R.I. Gen. Laws § 27-20.10-4. Contracting entity rights and responsibilities
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(a) A contracting entity may not grant access to a provider’s healthcare services and contractual discounts pursuant to a provider network contract unless: (1) The provider network contract specifically states that the contracting entity may enter into an agreement with a third p…