Medical Power of Attorney

How Do I Revoke a Medical Power of Attorney in Texas?

May 2, 2011

In Texas, a Medical Power of Attorney can be revoked in the following ways: You can revoke a Medical Power of Attorney by notifying either the agent or your health care provider orally or in writing of your intent to revoke. Your ability to revoke is not contingent on your capacity to make health care [...]

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Why Do I Need a HIPAA Authorization?

March 17, 2010

What is HIPAA? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), is a Federal law that required the establishment of national standards to protect the privacy of patients’ health care information. The Privacy Rule, which took effect on April 14, 2003, regulates the use and disclosure of “Protected Health Information.” “Protected Health Information” is defined [...]

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Can I Select Someone Other Than My Spouse To Make Health Care Decisions for Me?

March 12, 2010

You are not required to name your spouse as your agent in your power of attorney.  You may choose another family member such as your children or parents, or someone completely unrelated to you, such as a close friend. Keep in mind, however, that the person you select as your will have the power to [...]

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Choosing an Agent to Make Health Care Decisions

January 25, 2010

A medical power of attorney allows you to appoint a trusted relative or friend to make medical decisions for you if you are unconscious or otherwise unable to make those decisions for yourself. Who Can I Appoint As My Agent? You can choose anyone at least 18 years of age to serve as your agent. [...]

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What is a Medical Power of Attorney?

December 28, 2009

A medical power of attorney is a document that allows you, the principal, to designate a trusted family member or friend to make medical decisions for you in the event you become unconscious or mentally incapable of making those decisions for yourself. The person you designate to make medical decisions for you is called an [...]

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The Five Basic Estate Planning Documents
Every Adult in Texas Needs

November 2, 2009

When people think about estate planning, they generally think only about a will. Although a will is an important part of an estate plan, it only takes effect after you die. Other documents are needed to carry out your wishes and manage your assets in the event you are temporarily or permanently disabled. The following [...]

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