R.I. Gen. Laws § 6-60-1. Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

(1) “Consumer” shall have the same meaning as such term is defined in § 19-14.9-3.

(2) “Consumer reporting agency” shall have the same meaning as such term is defined in § 19-14.9-3.

(3) “Debt collector” shall have the same meaning as such term is defined in § 19-14.9-3.

(4) “Medical debt” means an obligation of a consumer to pay an amount for the receipt of healthcare services as defined by § 27-81-3, products, or devices, owed to a healthcare facility or a healthcare professional as defined by § 27-81-3.