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What is a health care proxy?
A health care proxy, or health care proxy form, is a legal document that allows a person to choose someone to make medical decisions on their behalf when they are unable to do so
How can a health care proxy be changed?
Appointing a health care proxy is not an irrevocable decision. One can change or revoke the proxy at any time, usually by filling out a new form
You are a health care proxy for someone can you designate someone else to act as the proxy for that person?
The person in need of "proxy" has to be the one to designate any alternate.
Witness to health care proxy dies. is it still ok?
Yes.
Why is it important to complete a health care proxy?
Completing a health care proxy form and living will is useful because it helps one to think through one's value system and one's definition of quality of life
When is a health care proxy put into effect?
It is put into effect only when the patient's health care team determines that the patient is unable to make decisions on his or her own.
Does healthcare proxy supercede next of kin?
A health care proxy is someone that can make decisions for you if you are too incapacitated to do so yourself. And yes, whomever you chose to be your proxy will supersede next of kin.
When is a health care proxy void?
A health care proxy is void if the principal (the person granting authority) becomes incapacitated or revokes the proxy in writing. Additionally, it may be considered void if the designated agent is unable or unwilling to act when needed. If the principal gets divorced from the agent or if the agent's authority is limited by law, the proxy may also be rendered void. It's always advisable to regularly review and update health care proxies to ensure they reflect current wishes and circumstances.
What is another name for Living Will?
health care proxy advanced directive medical power of attorney
What is the deference between medical power of attorney and health care proxy?
A medical power of attorney (MPOA) is a legal document that designates a specific individual to make medical decisions on behalf of another person if they become incapacitated. A health care proxy, while similar, specifically refers to the person appointed to make those decisions, often used in conjunction with the MPOA. Essentially, the MPOA outlines the authority given to the proxy, while the health care proxy is the individual who exercises that authority. Both serve to ensure that a person's medical preferences are honored when they cannot communicate them.
Is it required by law to have health care insurance?
Different states have different laws, however I think it is advisable to have health care insurance as health care is expensive, but I don't think it is a required law.
Need a proxy so i can play games?
A proxy is not required to play games
