Attention RI Medicaid Members: Update on Prescription Access Due to a cybersecurity issue, a contractor serving pharmacies and Medicaid programs across the US is unable to provide important online services at this time. In Rhode Island, this situation impacted pharmacies’ ability to fill prescriptions for members of the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) and the Medicaid Program. In response, RI EOHHS has quickly brought online a new way for pharmacies to process claims. Rhode Island Medicaid has also told pharmacies that they can provide a 30-day supply of any prescriptions you are trying to fill, to help you get through this time. The pharmacy should not charge you for any prescription that is covered by Medicaid. Learn more.
Adults With Special Needs Rhode Islanders age 19 and over with special needs have access to a broad assortment of programs and services. Eligibility for services depends on a number of factors: age, type of disability, a person’s needs and whether the disability will last a short time or be permanent. A person’s income and resources are also used to determine eligibility. Below are links to many of our programs and services: Healthcare Programs Medicaid Medicaid Long Term Services and Supports General Public Assistance (GPA) Dental Services Medicare Premium Payment Program Programs through the Department of Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) Mental Health Services Substance Use/Disorder Services Developmental Disabilities Services RI Community Living Supports (RICLAS) Other Resources For help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) call an Information Specialist at (401) 462-3000 or the POINT at (401) 462-4444 Medicaid LTSS Community Based Service Options Office of Rehabilitation Services The Supplemental Security Income Program (SSI) RI Special Needs Emergency Registry The Sherlock Plan: Medicaid for Working People with Disabilities Program