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Assembly OKs ‘Food as Medicine’ pilot program legislation

Rhode Island General Assembly·October 13, 2026
Assembly OKs ‘Food as Medicine’ pilot program legislation

The Rhode Island General Assembly recently passed legislation to create a Medicaid pilot program that utilizes medically tailored meals and nutritional support to manage chronic, diet-related conditions. The initiative, supported by a $156 million award from CMS, aims to improve health outcomes and reduce long-term healthcare costs through a data-driven, state-level approach.

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This article highlights a state-level legislative effort to integrate 'Food as Medicine' into Medicaid, demonstrating how states are leveraging federal CMS funding to address nutrition-related health disparities.

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