R.I. Gen. Laws § 44-51-8

Any provider aggrieved by the action of the tax administrator in determining the amount of any assessment or penalty imposed under the provisions of this chapter may apply to the tax administrator, in writing, within thirty (30) days after the notice of the action is mailed to it, for a hearing relative to the assessment or penalty. The tax administrator shall fix a time and place for the hearing and shall notify the provider. Upon the hearing, the tax administrator shall correct manifest errors, if any, disclosed at the hearing and assess and collect the amount lawfully due together with any penalty or interest.