The Board may utilize the annotations and opinions included in Code of Medical Ethics of the American Medical Association 2012-2013 edition as guidance in determining whether a licensee has violated professional ethical standards and conduct.

Reference: Code of Medical Ethics of the American Medical Association 2012-2013 edition, annotations prepared by the southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Copies may be viewed at the Board's office or obtained from the American Medical Association by calling 1-800-621-8335 or website at www.amabookstore.org.

Source: 41 SDR 180, effective May 21, 2015.

General Authority: SDCL 36-4-35.

Law Implemented: SDCL 36-4-11 , 36-4-28 , 36-4-29 , 36-4-29.1 , 36-4-30.