Rhode Island § 40-8-5 - Medical Assistance
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 40-8-5 — Medical Assistance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-8-5. Medical Assistance
R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-5
§ 40-8-5. Agencies through which benefits paid.
Benefits shall be applied for, and paid in accordance with, prescribed regulations through the state offices or state or private agencies or organizations as the director may designate, and as shall be approved by the federal government, or any department or agency thereof, making funds available in support of the medical care benefits provided for in this chapter or for administration purposes. The regulations shall meet the federal requirements as may be set forth as conditions precedent to receiving the federal funds.
History of Section.
P.L. 1966, ch. 266, § 2; G.L., § 40-10.1-5; Reorg. Plan No. 1, 1970.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 40-8-5
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 40-8-5 cover?
Section 40-8-5 ("Medical Assistance") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 40-8-5?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
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How does Rhode Island § 40-8-5 apply to my situation?
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