44:79:01:09.  Modifications. A modification to the staffing requirements provided in § 44:79:03:02 may be approved by the department for licensed hospices which are physically combined and jointly operated. The health and safety of the patient either facility may not be jeopardized. A modification pursuant to this section may be requested in writing by the hospice.

          Source: 42 SDR 51, effective October 13, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(5) and (14).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(5) and (14).