What Is A Durable Power Of Attorney For Health Care?

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The durable power of attorney for health care is a document that allows you to name another person to make certain medical decisions for you if you are unable to make them for yourself. This is a very important estate planning tool. A regular power of attorney generally terminates automatically if the principal becomes incapacitated, unless it is specifically made to be durable.

Other Durable Power Of Attorney FAQs

Q: Must I Have A Durable Power Of Attorney For Health Care?
A: No. You have this option, but no one can require you to have a durable power of attorney. You can make your wishes known by talking with your family or doctor or by … More
Q: What Is A Health Care Agent?
A: A health care agent is a person whom you authorize in writing to convey your wishes concerning whether you wish to withhold or withdraw life support systems. The agent … More
Q: What Is An Attorney-In-Fact For Health Care Decisions?
A: An attorney-in-fact for health care decisions is a person whom you name in a document called a durable power of attorney, to make medical decisions other … More
Q: What Is An Advance Directive?
A: An Advance Directive enables you to guide your family and physician if you are unable to communicate with them. It allows you to control the extent to which … More
Q: Is My Health Care Directive Legal In All 50 States?
A: Laws regarding advance directives are not the same in all fifty states in the U.S. If you spend a great deal of time in another state, or move to another state, be … More
Q: Are Advance Directives Only For Older People?
A: No, even young people can be involved in car accidents or have serious illness. Most of the court cases involving withholding of lifesupport treatments have … More
Q: If I Dont Have An Advance Directive, How Will My Wishes Be Considered If I Am Unable To Speak For Myself?
A: If you are unable to make and communicate your decision concerning your medical care and you do not have a living will, your physician can consult with other persons … More