Latest News
February 8, 2010
OHIC Issues Direct Pay Rate Order and Decision
February 8, 2010
2010 Health Insurer Rate Factor Review
January 28, 2010
INSURANCE REGULATORS WORK TO PROTECT CONSUMERS FROM FRAUD
January 15, 2010
Variations in Hospital Payment Rates by Commercial Insurers in RI
January 14, 2009
January 2010 Health Insurance Advisory Council
January 8, 2010
2010 Blue Cross Direct Pay Hearing Notice and Rate Filing
The public hearing begins on January 19, 2010 at 10:00 am and 6:00 pm at the RI Public Utilities Commission
Contact information -Medicare Advantage Health Plans increases in rates
January 4, 2010
COBRA Continuation Coverage Assistance Under ARRA
An extension and expansion of a COBRA subsidy law that was set to expire on 12/
31/09, was signed by President Obama on 12/ 21/09, and includes new compliance
obligations for employers. Visit the Dept of Labor website for updated information at the above external link.
Consumer Questions
Health Insurance options in Rhode Island
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HEALTHpact
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Struggling with rising health insurance premiums? Small employers should check out HEALTHpact plans. (click the logo for more information (external link).
What is the OHIC?
The Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner (OHIC) was established by legislation in 2004 to broaden the accountability of health insurers operating in the state of Rhode Island. Under this legislation, the Office is dedicated to: 1. Protecting consumers
2. Encouraging fair treatment of medical service providers
3. Ensuring solvency of health insurers
4. Improving the health care system’s quality, accessibility and affordability The Office sets and enforces standards for health insurers in each of these four areas.
