S.D. Admin. R. 67:16:40:19

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 57, November 12, 2024

Section 67:16:40:19 - Criteria for terminating coverage - Neonatal intensive care

An infant's care in a neonatal intensive care unit becomes a noncovered service if the infant meets all of the following criteria:

(1) Vital signs and medical conditions, including apnea and bradycardia, are stable or resolved and the infant no longer requires intensive care;

(2) The newborn could go home or to another hospital unit; and

(3) The newborn is being nourished and has consistent weight and growth.

S.D. Admin. R. 67:16:40:19

21 SDR 123, effective 1/19/1995.

General Authority: SDCL 28-6-1.

Law Implemented: SDCL 28-6-1.