20:86:01:01. Definitions. Terms defined in SDCL chapter 36-9C have the same meaning when used in this article. In addition, the terms used in this chapter mean:
(1) "Consultation," the process in which the client is seen face-to-face in a healthcare setting by a licensed medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy. The consultation and any recommendations shall be documented in the client's health record and acknowledged in writing by both the client and Certified Professional Midwife (CPM);
(2) "Facility," a healthcare facility licensed pursuant to SDCL chapter 34-12;
(3) "Physician," a medical doctor (M.D.) or doctor of osteopathy (D.O.) licensed in good standing;
(4) "Postpartum," occurring in approximately the six week period after childbirth;
(5) "Preceptor," a maternity care provider currently practicing and licensed under SDCL chapter 36-4, 36-9A, or 36-9C who is registered as a preceptor with the North American Registry of Midwives (NARM) and provides instruction, training, and supervision to a student midwife licensed by the board;
(6) "Transfer," to convey the responsibility for the care of a patient to another licensed health professional; and
(7) "Transport," the physical movement of a client from one location to another.
Source: 45 SDR 31, effective September 10, 2018.
General Authority: SDCL 36-9C-32.
Law Implemented: SDCL 36-9C-32.
