South Dakota § 34-12-39.5 - Authorization to construct new nursing facility.
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§ 34-12-39.5. Authorization to construct new nursing facility.
Notwithstanding the provisions of § 34-12-39.2, a new nursing facility as defined in § 34-12-1.1 may be constructed, operated, and maintained with prior authorization by the Department of Health in accordance with §§ 34-12-35.6 to 34-12-35.8, inclusive. Any new nursing facility authorized in accordance with §§ 34-12-35.6 to 34-12-35.8, inclusive shall maintain an annual minimum Medicaid occupancy rate no less than ten percent below the statewide average at the time rates are established.
Source: SL 2012, ch 178, § 5.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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