S.D. Admin. R. 44:90:02:02

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024
Section 44:90:02:02 - Practitioner's written certification - Determination of caregivers

For patients under the age of 18, a practitioner as defined by SDCL 34-20G-1(21) shall consult with the patient's parents or legal guardians to determine how many designated caregivers are needed to manage the acquisition, dosage, and frequency of use. The practitioner shall include the number of designated caregivers on the written certification.

For patients 18 years of age or older, if the practitioner believes the patient's age or medical condition necessitates the appointment of more than one designated caregiver, the practitioner shall include the number of designated caregivers on the written certification.

S.D. Admin. R. 44:90:02:02

48 SDR 040, effective 10/5/2021; 49 SDR 009, effective 8/8/2022

General Authority: SDCL 34-20G-72(4).

Law Implemented: SDCL 34-20G-29.