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Closing a Medical Practice inSouth Dakota

Estimated timeline: 60-90 days. This guide covers the key regulatory requirements for closing a medical practice in South Dakota.

Key Requirements for South Dakota

Provide 30 days written notice to active patients
Notify the Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners
Retain records for 10 years from last treatment
Surrender DEA and state controlled substance registrations

Patient Notification Requirements

30
Days Notice

South Dakota requires reasonable notice to patients, typically at least 30 days. Written notice to active patients is expected.

Required Notification Methods

Direct mailPublished notice

Medical Records Retention

10
Years (Adults)
10
Years (Minors)

South Dakota requires retention of medical records for 10 years from the last date of treatment. Minor records should be retained until age 18 plus 10 years.

South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners

Board Notification Required:Yes

The Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners must be notified of the closure.

DEA Requirements

Surrender DEA registration and South Dakota Board of Pharmacy controlled substance registration.

Entity Dissolution

File Articles of Dissolution with the South Dakota Secretary of State. File final tax returns.

Estimated Timeline: 60-90 days

This timeline is an estimate based on South Dakota's regulatory requirements. Your actual timeline may vary based on practice size, number of insurance panels, outstanding AR, and whether bankruptcy proceedings are involved. Brad can provide a precise estimate for your specific situation.

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