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Medicaid applicants in South Dakota, North Carolina, Michigan and Wisconsin who apply by Dec. 31 can get up to three months of past bills covered, a window that shrinks Jan. 1

Medicaid applicants in South Dakota, North Carolina, Michigan and Wisconsin have until Dec. 31 to file under the old rule that lets the program pay for medical bills from before the application date. After that, the look-back shrinks to as little as one month. Anyone with an unpaid hospital, nursing home or doctor bill from […]

South Dakota · 15h

The Financial Wire

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North Dakota, Minnesota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Colorado lead 67 counties in 11 states where every general-enrollment Medicare Advantage plan ends for 2027, MoneyGeek counts

Sixty-seven counties in 11 states will have no general-enrollment Medicare Advantage plan left for 2027, according to a MoneyGeek analysis of CMS files published Oct. 27. North Dakota has 21 of them, Minnesota 15, Oklahoma seven, South Dakota six and Colorado five. Medicare open enrollment ends Dec. 7, and people in those counties who now... The post North Dakota, Minnesota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Colorado lead 67 counties in 11 states where every general-enrollment Medicare Advantage plan ends for 2027, MoneyGeek counts appeared first on The Financial Wire .

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Earth.com

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Scientists poured dye into a parking lot drain to prove that toxic runoff was quickly polluting the fragile ecosystem of Wind Cave

Dye tracing at South Dakota's Wind Cave revealed how surface water can reach underground lakes and aquifers within hours, exposing pollution risks.

South Dakota · 1d

The Financial Wire

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Louisiana is mailing Medicaid renewal packets this month to January renewers with 45 days to answer new work questions, as South Dakota, New York and Illinois also start 80-hour rules Jan. 1

Louisiana Medicaid is mailing renewal packets this month to members whose coverage comes up for renewal in January, and those members have 45 days to answer new questions about work. The Louisiana Department of Health says the packets go out 60 days before the renewal date. South Dakota, New York and Illinois also begin 80-hour... The post Louisiana is mailing Medicaid renewal packets this month to January renewers with 45 days to answer new work questions, as South Dakota, New York and Illinois also start 80-hour rules Jan. 1 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Louisiana · 15h

South Dakota Searchlight

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Medicaid expansion supporter hopes lawmakers ‘move on’ after latest ballot fight

After South Dakota voters rejected a ballot question Tuesday that could have triggered a repeal of the state’s Medicaid expansion mandate, some people who worked to defeat the measure said lawmakers should listen to voters and stop tinkering with the program. Some lawmakers, meanwhile, remain concerned about the program’s effects on the state budget. The […]

South Dakota · 1d

rapidcitypost.com

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Hospice Care Isn't Giving Up, and Dr. Jennifer Eitingon Wants You to Know Sooner

Most families say the same thing afterward. We wish we'd known sooner. Hospice might be the most misunderstood word in medicine. People hear it and think the last few days. They think somebody quit. Dr. Jennifer Eitingon hears that every week, and she's been working to take the fear out of it.

South Dakota · 1d

KCAU 9 News

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Nitrates in Siouxland’s tap water: a science experiement

Nitrates in drinking water have been a growing concern across the state of Iowa, bringing water quality to the forefront of many people's minds.

Siouxland, IA · 4d

pigeon605.com

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Behind the scenes, ahead of the curve: Clinical nurse specialists improve care at Sanford Children’s

This piece is sponsored by Sanford Health. Among the hustle of the hospital, two clinical nurse specialists at Sanford Children’s are working on projects that will have a big impact across the organization. Clinical nurse specialists are one of four advanced practice nursing roles, alongside nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists...

Sioux Falls, SD · 5d

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Lincoln County discusses engine breaking concerns, ambulance funding

The Lincoln County Board of Commission met Thursday, Oct. 29. Highway Superintendent Terry Fluit requested board discussion and possible board action regarding dynamic engine braking/unmuffled engine braking signs. “We have a resident from the Southern part of Lincoln County that wants to talk about a possible ordinance to do dynamic...

Lincoln County, SD · 4d

Brookings Register

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Brookings Health System garners Newsweek recognition

BROOKINGS — For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Hospital has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals. This award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 29 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website.

Brookings, SD · 6d

midwestmedicaledition.com

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Brookings Hospital Named Newsweek Best-In-State for Fourth Year

For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Hospital has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 29 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website.

Brookings, SD · 10d

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Sanford Luverne to halt inpatient labor and delivery, newborn care

Sanford Health will discontinue inpatient labor and delivery and inpatient newborn care at Sanford Luverne, effective April 27. The decision was made by local physicians in response to declining delivery volumes and changing patient preferences, according to an Oct. 28 Sanford Health news release. Sanford Luverne will continue providing prenatal care, postpartum care and emergency labor and delivery services.

Sioux Falls, SD · 11d

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Brookings Hospital Named Best In State Hospital by Newsweek for Fourth Consecutive Year

Brookings (10-29-26) — For the fourth consecutive year, Brookings Hospital has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on Oct. 29 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website .

Brookings, SD · 11d

KELOLAND

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New suites planned for families facing infant loss

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) –  Labor and delivery units are usually filled with the joy of welcoming new life. But for some families, that experience comes with heartbreak. That’s why Sanford Health in Sioux Falls is adding a new resource to support families grieving the loss of a child. The hospital’s labor and delivery team […]

Sioux Falls, SD · 12d

KELOLAND

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Sanford breaks ground on new clinic, Lewis Drug

Construction has started on a new Sanford Health clinic and Lewis Drug in southeast Sioux Falls.

Sioux Falls, SD · 13d

sfsimplified.com

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Election '26: How candidates view Medicaid expansion

Simplified: Sioux Falls Simplified spoke face-to-face with dozens of legislative candidates in the metro area. All candidates were asked the same slate of questions, and you can find comprehensive coverage for each district at sfsimplified.com. Don't know your legislative district? This interactive map can help you find it. Here's what...

Sioux Falls, SD · 14d

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Sanford Health breaks ground on new clinic in southeast Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Sanford Health has broken ground on a new clinic at 57th Street and Veterans Parkway in Sioux Falls. The clinic will offer acute care, family medicine, pediatrics and gynecology, with 34 exam rooms, five treatment rooms, radiology, therapy and walk-in lab services. A Lewis Drug will also be attached.

Sioux Falls, SD · 13d

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Poll: 1/3 of voters undecided on Medicaid, unclaimed property

(SOUTH DAKOTA NEWS WATCH) - Voter support is higher for ballot measures on non-citizen voting and unclaimed property and lower for issues that would change Medicaid and the threshold to amend the constitution, according to the latest South Dakota Poll sponsored by News Watch and the Chiesman Center for Democracy at the University of South Dakota.

South Dakota · 13d

sdstandardnow.com

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Major meeting in Sioux Falls Tuesday on proposed hyperscale data center

Editor’s note: You can observe the proceedings of the meeting and have an opportunity to speak. It’s set to discuss a proposed data center between Brandon and Sioux Falls on Tuesday, October 27, 7pm, Carnegie Town Hall, 235 W. 10th St. in Sioux Falls. The issue of data...

Sioux Falls, SD · 16d

brookingsradio.com

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Brookings Chosen by Sanford School of Medicine to Train Future Doctors

Brookings, S.D. – Oct. 19, 2026 – The Brookings community has been selected as a Frontier And Rural Medicine (FARM) program expansion site by the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine (SSOM). FARM, the SSOM’s rural track program, offers a unique opportunity for a select group...

Brookings, SD · 21d