What Is Medical Power of Attorney?

Having a medical power of attorney, you can designate an individual to make health care decisions for you if you become unfit to make those decisions on your own. Whereas much of estate planning puts a focus on finances, an extensive estate plan should also assist in you preparing for any possible medical and/or health…

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Why Do I Need a Medical Power of Attorney?

Medical powers of attorney (or health care power of attorney) are legal documentation that enables you to give an individual legal authority to make important decisions concerning your medical care. These decisions might be about treatment alternatives, medication, surgery, supportive care, and more. The person you designate in your power of attorney to make these…

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