R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-157-9
Nothing in this chapter, and no action taken by the exchange pursuant to this chapter. shall be construed to preempt or supersede the authority of the health insurance commissioner to regulate the business of insurance within this state, the director of the department of health to oversee the licensure of healthcare providers, the certification of health plans under chapter 17.13 of title 23, or the licensure of utilization review agents wider chapter 17.13 of title 23, or the director of the department of human services to oversee the provision of medical assistance under chapter 8 of title 40. In addition to the provisions of this chapter, all insurers offering qualified health plans or qualified dental plans in this state shall comply fully with all applicable health insurance laws and regulations of this state.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-157-9