Healthcare Power of Attorney
Healthcare
A healthcare or medical power of attorney form allows an individual to make medical decisions on behalf of someone else.
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About This Form
A Healthcare Power of Attorney is a legal document that grants an individual the authority to make medical decisions for another person, known as the principal, in the event that the principal is unable to make those decisions themselves. This document is crucial for ensuring that the principal's healthcare preferences are respected and followed when they are incapacitated or otherwise unable to communicate their wishes. It typically includes instructions regarding the types of medical treatments the principal does or does not want, and it may also specify preferences for end-of-life care.
When to Use This Form
- When you want to ensure your healthcare preferences are respected
- If you are planning for potential future incapacity
- When you want to designate a trusted person to make medical decisions on your behalf
- If you have specific medical treatment preferences
- As part of comprehensive estate planning
Key Features
- Designates an agent to make healthcare decisions
- Specifies the principal's healthcare preferences
- Includes provisions for end-of-life care
- Can be customized to include specific medical instructions
- Should be signed and notarized for legal validity
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