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General Surgeon Licensing in South Dakota

Review current requirements, exam details, renewal cycle, and salary outlook for general surgeon in South Dakota, including See agency and board contact links.

Last verified: Feb 21, 2026

Current

Application Fee

See agency

Exam Requirement

State-approved exam

Renewal Cycle

See board renewal rules

Licensing Blueprint for General Surgeon in South Dakota

Estimated timeline: Varies by board

Core Requirements

  1. 1

    License Type: Register with licensing agency.

  2. 2

    A person engaged in the examination, diagnosis, treatment, planning, and care of conditions within the human oral cavity and its adjacent tissues and structures, including the use of laser or ionizing radiation, to operate for any disease, pain or deformity.

Application Snapshot

  1. Licensing Authority

    South Dakota State Board of Dentistry

  2. Current Filing Fee

    See agency

  3. Renewal Cycle

    See board renewal rules

  4. Salary Position

    N/A median salary

Step-by-Step Process (4)

  1. 1. Meet South Dakota eligibility requirements for General Surgeon licensure.
  2. 2. Complete approved education or training requirements.
  3. 3. Pass required state examinations.
  4. 4. Submit the application to South Dakota State Board of Dentistry and monitor board communications.

Salary Insights in South Dakota

State Hiring Climate (QCEW)

Rising

QoQ Employment Change

+3.6%

Average Weekly Wage

$1,123

Median annual salary

N/A

Hourly estimate

N/A
National comparison unavailable

National benchmark data is missing for this profile.

Percentile Distribution

Annual compensation
  • P1010th percentileN/A
  • P2525th percentileN/A
  • P50MedianN/A
  • P7575th percentileN/A
  • P9090th percentileN/A

State vs National Median

State: N/A
National: N/A

Total employment: 150 | Annual openings: N/A

Nearby States Comparison

General Surgeon licensing across the region
StateMedian SalaryEducationExamTimeline
South DakotaN/AVaries by state boardState-approved examVaries by board
North Dakota$556,400Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Minnesota$373,920Specific course requiredState exam requiredVaries by board
Iowa$394,050Specific course requiredBoth state and third-party exams requiredVaries by board
NebraskaN/AVaries by state boardState-approved exam1-10 years
Wyoming$371,800Specific course requiredThird-party exam required1-12 months
MontanaN/ADegree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board

License by Endorsement

Transfer requirements are state-specific. Use this quick matrix as a planning signal, then verify final endorsement rules with each board.

StateReciprocity ScoreTierNotes
South Dakota78HighBoard-specific review required.
North Dakota50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Minnesota50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Iowa56MediumState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Nebraska78HighBoard-specific review required.
Wyoming54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
  • License status indicator: Active.
  • Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Official Licensing Agency

Official website verified

South Dakota State Board of Dentistry

PO Box 1079, 1351 North Harrison Avenue, Pierre, SD, 57501-1079

Phone: 6052241282

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a General Surgeon in South Dakota?

Most applicants finish the licensing path in about Varies by board, but timing can change based on education track, exam scheduling, and board processing.

How many General Surgeons work in South Dakota?

South Dakota employs approximately 150 General Surgeons according to BLS data.

Can I transfer my General Surgeon license to South Dakota from another state?

Transfer requirements vary by board. License status indicator: Active. Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Who is the licensing agency for General Surgeons in South Dakota?

The licensing agency is South Dakota State Board of Dentistry. Review agency details at https://www.sdboardofdentistry.org/.

How often do you renew a General Surgeon license in South Dakota?

Current guidance indicates a renewal cycle of See board renewal rules.