The bill establishes new provisions for the temporary training of nonresident physicians in South Dakota. It allows physicians who hold an unrestricted license to practice medicine or osteopathy in another state to train for up to ninety days at a facility in South Dakota without needing to obtain a state license. However, these nonresident physicians must register with the State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners, provide evidence of malpractice insurance, and pay a fifty-dollar fee before commencing their training. The bill defines "direct supervision" as the supervising physician being physically present and readily available at the same facility.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law to clarify that any physician practicing under the new provisions is subject to supervision and discipline by the State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners, similar to other licensed physicians. It also specifies that practice by a nonresident physician under these new provisions constitutes submission to the board's jurisdiction. This legislative change aims to facilitate the training of nonresident physicians while ensuring oversight and compliance with state medical regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/24/2025: 36-4-40