# R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-5: Agencies through which benefits paid

> Rhode Island · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-5

## Section

- **Citation:** R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-5
- **Heading:** Agencies through which benefits paid
- **Jurisdiction:** Rhode Island
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** RI Code / Title 40 / Chapter 40-8 / Section 40-8-5

## Text

Benefits shall be applied for, and paid in accordance with, prescribed regulations through the state offices or state or private agencies or organizations as the director may designate, and as shall be approved by the federal government, or any department or agency thereof, making funds available in support of the medical care benefits provided for in this chapter or for administration purposes. The regulations shall meet the federal requirements as may be set forth as conditions precedent to receiving the federal funds.

## Nearby sections

- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-1 § 40-8-1. Declaration of policy.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-2 § 40-8-2. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-2.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-3 § 40-8-3. Eligibility requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-3.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-3.1 § 40-8-3.1. Life estate in property €” Retained powers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-3.1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-4 § 40-8-4. Direct vendor payment plan.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-4.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-4.1 § 40-8-4.1. Lowest price.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-4.1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-5 § 40-8-5. Agencies through which benefits paid.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-5.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-6 § 40-8-6. Review of application for benefits.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-6.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-6.1 § 40-8-6.1. Provider care during pendency of application.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-6.1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-7 § 40-8-7. Appeals €” Hearing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-7.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-8 § 40-8-8. Judicial review.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-8.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-9 § 40-8-9. Fraudulent receipt of assistance as larceny €” Penalty.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-9.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-9.1 § 40-8-9.1. Notice.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-9.1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8-10 § 40-8-10. Recovery of benefits paid in error.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T40_C40-8_S40-8-10.md)

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