Telephone Usage

Telephones are provided in patient rooms. There is no charge for local calls.

To make a local call:

  1. Press 9
  2. Then your number

Long-distance calls should be made with a calling card. Cell phone usage is also permitted throughout the hospital.

Calling a Patient’s Room

To reach a patient's room, call the main hospital number at 605-882-7000 or toll-free at 1-877-917-PLHS and ask to be connected to the patient's room.