§ 40-8.4-5. Managed care.
The delivery and financing of the healthcare services provided under this chapter shall be provided through a system of managed care. A managed care system integrates an efficient financing mechanism with quality service delivery; provides a “medical home” to ensure appropriate care and deter unnecessary and inappropriate care; and places emphasis on preventive and primary health care.
History of Section.P.L. 1998, ch. 31, art. 33, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 40-8.4 - Health Care for Families
Section 40-8.4-3. - Definitions.
Section 40-8.4-4. - Eligibility.
Section 40-8.4-5. - Managed care.
Section 40-8.4-6. - Administration.
Section 40-8.4-8. - Appropriations — Authorization to pay for health care.
Section 40-8.4-9. - Assignment of medical support rights.
Section 40-8.4-10. - Regulations.
Section 40-8.4-11. - Severability.
Section 40-8.4-12. - RIte Share health insurance premium assistance program.
Section 40-8.4-13. - Utilization of available employer-based health insurance.
Section 40-8.4-14. - Permanent joint committee on health care oversight.
Section 40-8.4-15. - Advisory commission on health care.
Section 40-8.4-16. - Pilot program for the uninsured — Legislative findings.
Section 40-8.4-17. - Pilot primary care program established.
Section 40-8.4-18. - Public health access beneficiary employer report.
Section 40-8.4-19. - Managed healthcare delivery systems for families.