SB136EnactedHealthcare
expand the scope of a physician wellness program and to declare an emergency.
This bill expands South Dakota's physician wellness program to include medical students at the University of South Dakota's school of medicine, allowing them to access counseling and support services for career fatigue and wellness issues. The change clarifies that the wellness program serves physicians, physician assistants, and medical students, but still excludes programs designed to monitor for drug or alcohol impairment. The bill declares an emergency so these changes take effect immediately upon the governor's approval.