34-12E-1. Definition of terms.
Terms used in this chapter mean:
(1)"Health care procedure," an act of diagnosis, treatment, or care to a patient for which compensation is or may be charged;
(2)"Health care provider," any licensed health care facility licensed pursuant to chapter 34-12 or any practitioner of the healing arts, including a physician licensed under chapter 36-4, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, chiropractor, physical therapist, respiratory care practitioner, occupational therapist, or psychologist;
(3)"Patient," an individual who receives, or requests to receive, diagnosis, treatment, or care from a health care provider.
Source: SL 1994, ch 276, ยง1.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 34 - Public Health and Safety
Chapter 12E - Disclosure Of Health Care Charges
Section 34-12E-1 - Definition of terms.
Section 34-12E-8 - Disclosure of fees and charges upon request.
Section 34-12E-9 - Failure to comply--Disciplinary action.
Section 34-12E-11 - Annual hospital report on charge information--Promulgation of rules.
Section 34-12E-11.1 - Website available to public for reporting charge information.
Section 34-12E-12 - Hospital charge information website linked to department website.