Rhode Island Seeks Up To Three Health Plans For Integrated Medicare & Medicaid Program

Rhode Island plans to expand its fully integrated dual-eligible special needs plan (FIDE-SNP) program from one health plan to as many as three, creating additional contracting opportunities to serve people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. The Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) issued a request for proposals (RFP QLV27007040) on October 2, 2026, to select qualified plans for contracts beginning January 1, 2028. Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island is currently the state's sole FIDE-SNP contractor.

FIDE-SNPs are Medicare Advantage plans that coordinate Medicare and Medicaid benefits for people eligible . . .