state_legiscan_drain · RI
Requires insurers to develop plans for coverage and access to nonnarcotic, nonopioid and nonmedication pain management for moderate to severe pain. It further restricts utilization review for nonopioid drugs.
March 5, 2026
Summary
If enacted, this bill would require health insurers in Rhode Island to develop plans for coverage and access to nonnarcotic, nonopioid, and nonmedication pain management for moderate to severe pain. It would also restrict utilization review for nonopioid drugs.
Source: https://status.rilegislature.gov/
Common questions
- What does "Requires insurers to develop plans for coverage and access to nonnarcotic, nonopioid and nonmedication pain management for moderate to severe pain. It further restricts utilization review for nonopioid drugs." cover?
- If enacted, this bill would require health insurers in Rhode Island to develop plans for coverage and access to nonnarcotic, nonopioid, and nonmedication…
- When was it published?
- It was published on March 5, 2026.