Rhode Island Hospital
Rhode Island Hospital Main Building/Zecchino Pavillion
593 Eddy Street
Providence, RI 02903 Get Directions
Phone: 401-444-4000

Rhode Island Hospital Visiting Hours and Guidelines

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General Visiting Hours at Rhode Island Hospital

Visiting Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

To help support a safe and comfortable environment for our patients:

  • Up to two visitors may visit with a patient at one time.
  • All visitors are required to present a photo ID upon arrival.

Please note: The Medical Office Center entrance at 2 Dudley Street is closed to visitors on Saturdays and Sundays.

Additional Information for Your Visit

Whether you're visiting a loved one, supporting someone through a procedure, or coming for an appointment, we're here to help. Choose the area you'll be visiting for location-specific information and visitor guidelines.

Adult Emergency Department

Up to two family members or support persons may visit with a patient.

Surgery and Recovery Areas

Before Surgery

We know having support from family and loved ones is important before a procedure. Visitors must be 18 years of age or older. Up to two visitors may accompany each patient before surgery.

After Surgery

To support recovery and allow our care team to provide the best possible care, visitors must be 18 years of age or older. One visitor may be with each patient after surgery.

Behavioral Health Unit

Visiting Hours: Visitation is by appointment.

To support a safe, therapeutic environment for all patients:

  • Visitors must be 18 years of age or older.
  • One visitor may visit with a patient at a time.
  • Patients are asked to identify up to six approved visitors for the duration of their hospital stay.
  • Visits are limited to individuals on the patient's approved visitor list.
Outpatient Appointments and Office Visits

We welcome a support person to accompany you to your outpatient appointment, office visit, or procedure.

One support person may accompany you during your visit.

To help create a comfortable environment for all patients, we encourage you not to bring children to appointments unless the child is the patient.

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Masking and Visitor Health

Masks are recommended during patient care at all Brown Health facilities. Please be prepared to wear a mask if requested by a member of your care team.

To help protect our patients, visitors, and staff:

  • Please do not visit if you are feeling sick or have symptoms of a contagious illness.
  • In certain situations, additional precautions may be needed to protect the health and safety of patients and staff.
  • Brown Health may limit visitation when communicable illnesses require special precautions.