Healthcare workers compensation in Rhode Island
Healthcare businesses in Rhode Island pay a median rate of $0.670 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.030 to $6.13. The national median for Healthcare is $0.700, so Rhode Island sits 4% below the national average. 16 unique NCCI class codes are filed in this state for Healthcare occupations. Verified 2026-05-09.
Top Healthcare class codes in Rhode Island
The class codes most likely to apply to a Healthcare operation in Rhode Island, sorted from cheapest to most expensive per $100 of payroll. Click into any code for the full state-by-state rate comparison.
| Code | Occupation | Rate per $100 | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8871 | Hospice Care - All Other | $0.030 | HIGH |
| 8805 | Medical Office Clerical | $0.080 | HIGH |
| 8855 | Hospice Care | $0.080 | HIGH |
| 8805 M | Medical Office Clerical | $0.110 | HIGH |
| 7402 | Ambulance Service | $0.120 | HIGH |
| 8832 | Physician, non-surgical | $0.200 | HIGH |
| 8869 | Home Health Care - All Other | $0.650 | HIGH |
| 8833 | Hospital, professional employees | $0.670 | HIGH |
| 8831 | Hospital Other Employees | $0.710 | HIGH |
| 9154 | Home Health Care Services | $1.00 | HIGH |
Rhode Island compliance for Healthcare employers
Coverage threshold
Mandatory for employers with one or more employees.
1099 vs W-2 in Healthcare
Beginning on January 1, 2024, independent contractors are required to file an annual registration for the duration of their relationship with each entity.
Owner exclusion
Allowed in Rhode Island. Sole proprietor self-coverage optional; LLC member self-coverage optional.
Max weekly benefit
$1,622 at 62% of average weekly wage, effective 2025-10-01.
Statute of limitations
2 years from injury date in Rhode Island.
Audit window
Rhode Island carriers audit payroll Within 90 days of policy expiration. Keep Healthcare payroll segregated by class code and have job-duty documentation ready.
Cross-cite: full Rhode Island workers comp overview · Healthcare cross-state rate comparison · Rhode Island workers comp lawyer guide · Rhode Island settlement chart
Estimate your Healthcare premium in Rhode Island
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Estimated annual premium for Healthcare in Rhode Island
$150to$30,650
Median: $3,350 · Rate range $0.030 to $6.13 per $100 payroll
Industry median across all states
$3,500
Cheapest states for Healthcare
- Utah $0.340
- Kentucky $0.390
- Tennessee $0.425
Most expensive
- New Jersey $2.58
- Hawaii $1.25
- New York $0.995
Estimate based on 23 states of rate-filing data. Actual premium also reflects experience modifier, schedule credits, and carrier underwriting.
Filing checklist for Healthcare businesses in Rhode Island
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Step 1, Confirm coverage threshold
Mandatory for employers with one or more employees. For Healthcare operations, this typically applies once you make a first W-2 hire, even part-time.
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Step 2, Pick the right class code
Healthcare businesses typically use codes like 8805, 9077, 8831. The wrong code can cost 4 to 10x more or get reclassified at audit. In Rhode Island, the cheapest code on this list is 8871 at $0.030 and the most expensive is 9154 at $1.00.
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Step 3, Get a quote
Beacon Mutual Insurance Company is one option in Rhode Island; private carriers (Travelers, Hartford, Liberty Mutual, AmTrust) also write coverage. Schedule credits up to 25% are typical for low-loss accounts.
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Step 4, Document subcontractors
General contractors are typically liable for the workers' compensation coverage of their uninsured subcontractors and their employees. Healthcare operators with crews of 1099s should keep certificates of insurance for every sub, otherwise the GC absorbs the sub liability at audit.
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Step 5, Annual audit
Carriers audit payroll Within 90 days of policy expiration. Have payroll segregated by class code, job descriptions on file, and overtime properly excluded from rated payroll. Healthcare class allocation can shift if any worker spends more than 50% of time on a different code.
Healthcare workers comp FAQs in Rhode Island
What is the typical workers comp rate for Healthcare in Rhode Island?
Healthcare employers in Rhode Island pay a median rate of $0.670 per $100 of payroll, with rates ranging from $0.030 to $6.13 depending on the specific class code. The national median across all states for Healthcare is $0.700, so Rhode Island sits about 4% below the national average.
How many Healthcare class codes are filed in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has 16 unique NCCI class codes filed for Healthcare occupations, drawn from 17 state-class code rate cells in our dataset. The most common codes include 8805 (Medical Office Clerical), 9077 (Hospital Operations), 8831 (Hospital Other Employees).
Are Healthcare 1099 contractors covered by workers comp in Rhode Island?
Beginning on January 1, 2024, independent contractors are required to file an annual registration for the duration of their relationship with each entity.
What is the maximum weekly benefit for an injured Healthcare worker in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island caps weekly workers comp benefits at $1,622 (effective 2025-10-01), calculated as 62% of the average weekly wage. Healthcare workers are subject to the same statutory cap as workers in any other industry.
How long does a Healthcare worker have to file a comp claim in Rhode Island?
The statute of limitations in Rhode Island is 2 years from the date of injury. Most claims also require notice to the employer within 30 days. Healthcare workers should report any incident on the date it happens, even minor strains, because cumulative trauma claims can fail without contemporaneous documentation.
Can a Healthcare business owner exclude themselves from comp coverage in Rhode Island?
Yes, Rhode Island allows business owners (sole proprietors, partners, LLC members, corporate officers) to file an exclusion election. Healthcare owner-operators often elect out to keep premium below the minimum. Sole-proprietor self-coverage is not required, and LLC member self-coverage is not required.