S.D. Admin. R. 44:73:08:03
The pharmacist shall review a resident's medication regimen at least monthly. The pharmacist shall review the resident's diagnosis, medication regimen, and any pertinent laboratory findings and dietary considerations. The pharmacist shall report potential medication therapy irregularities and make recommendations for improving the medication therapy of the resident to the attending physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, and the administrator. The pharmacist shall document the review by preparing a monthly report of the potential irregularities and recommendations. The administrator shall retain the report in the facility for one year. A copy of the medication review must be in the resident's medical record.
The pharmaceutical service must be under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist who provides consultation and oversees all aspects of the pharmaceutical service.
S.D. Admin. R. 44:73:08:03
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13.
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13.