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Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC) and Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC)

Rhode Island Medicaid is always working to make services better for our members. Your voice, perspective, and input help us serve you better. Starting in July 2025, we are launching two new groups: a Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC) and a Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC).

What is the Difference Between the BAC and the MAC?

While the BAC and the MAC both provide opportunities for people to share their experiences and knowledge about Medicaid, you’ll want to know more about them before you apply:

Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC)
  • Advisory group.
  • Open only to Medicaid beneficiaries, their families, or caregivers.
  • 10-15 members allowed.
  • Application required.
  • Meets four times a year.
  • BAC members determine if meetings are open or closed to the public. 
Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC)
  • Advisory group.
  • Open to advocates, clinicians and administrators, community partners, and state, local or community-based organizations.
  • Must include representatives from the BAC.
  • 20-25 members allowed.
  • Application required.
  • Meets four times a year.
  • At least two meetings are open to the public.

Please note the BAC is only open to Medicaid beneficiaries, their families, or caregivers. We encourage community members, providers, or advocates who wish to be involved in sharing their experiences and opinions with us to apply to join the MAC. 

There are a limited number of spots available in the MAC. Applicants who are not selected to be part of the committee are welcome to attend the open meetings.  

We're currently accepting applications for the BAC and MAC!

BAC: Learn more and apply MAC: Learn more and apply
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