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South Dakota Medical Power of Attorney Form

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Updated April 22, 2025

A South Dakota medical power of attorney lets a principal select an agent to handle medical-related decisions on their behalf. The principal can also give end-of-life treatment options and list special requests and their preferences for treatment. Successor agents may also be included in case the primary agent is not available.

“Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care” Definition

“Durable power of attorney for health care” means a written instrument that authorizes its attorney-in-fact to make a health care decision or to consent to health care on behalf of its principal.[2]

Is There a Statutory Form?

No, South Dakota does not offer a statutory form.

Sample

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Sources

  1. § 59-7-2.1
  2. § 34-12C-1(2)