210 R.I. Code R. 210-RICR-10-05-1.4

Current through December 3, 2024
Section 210-RICR-10-05-1.4 - Definitions
A. As used herein, the following terms shall be construed as follows:
1. "Confidential" means that information is safeguarded, protected, and shared only on a "need-to-know" basis.
2. "Executive Office of Health and Human Services" or "EOHHS" means the state agency established in 2006 under the provisions of R.I. Gen. Laws Chapter 42-7.2 et seq. within the executive branch of state government and serves as the principal agency for the purposes of managing the Departments of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF); Health (DOH); Human Services (DHS); and Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH). The EOHHS is designated as the "single state agency," authorized under Title XIX of the U.S. Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. § 1396a et seq.) and, as such, is legally responsible for the program / fiscal management and administration of the Medicaid Program.

210 R.I. Code R. 210-RICR-10-05-1.4