R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-104-8: Safe haven.

(a) A safe haven is established whereby a clinician who self-refers to the PHP or comparable program shall be protected from mandatory reporting to the professional licensing board.

(b) A PHP or comparable program shall serve as a confidential liaison between the clinician and the professional licensing board when the clinician:

(1) Is actively engaged in a PHP or comparable program; and

(2) Is compliant with treatment.

(c) Licensing boards shall not penalize clinicians solely for seeking assistance unless there is an imminent risk to patient safety.