Make Sure You Have a HIPAA Release Form
Oftentimes, loved ones will have a difficult time accessing an elderly person’s medical information relating to any condition that he or she may have. A health care proxy designates an agent to act on someone’s behalf in the event he or she becomes incapacitated and is unable to make decisions for themselves. A comprehensive health […]
Family Healthcare Decision Act in the Absence of a Healthcare Proxy
When an elderly person is unable to manage his or her finances, daily necessities, and medical treatment, but refuses to execute a power of attorney or health care proxy to appoint an agent to assist him or her, a guardianship proceeding may be necessary. However, in regard to health decisions where there is no health […]