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Can I collect health information from participants in South Dakota? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, the confidentiality of participants’ records is protected by law in South Dakota [1.1]. Health facilities are not required to provide any information that would violate the provisions of § 36-4-26.1 [2.1]. Eligible health care professionals may participate in recruitment assistance programs if they agree to practice full time in an eligible rural health care facility for a minimum period of three years [3.1][3.3]. Participating rural health care facilities must agree to be a participating South Dakota medical assistance provider and to serve any person eligible under chapter 28-6 and may not refuse treatment to any such person while participating in the program [3.2][3.4]. The Department of Health shall establish and maintain a central cancer data collection system for cancer cases in South Dakota in accordance with the confidentiality provisions of § 34-14-1 [2.2].

Regarding the collection of health information from participants in South Dakota, the documents do not provide clear information on the requirements. However, it is stated that all records of program participants are confidential and are not subject to discovery or subpoena, and only authorized program personnel may have access to participant records unless the participant voluntarily provides for written release of the information [1.1]. Therefore, it is recommended to consult with a legal expert or the relevant authorities in South Dakota for specific requirements and regulations on collecting health information from participants.

Answer: Consult with a legal expert or the relevant authorities in South Dakota for specific requirements and regulations on collecting health information from participants.

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