An Alaska medical power of attorney gives an individual (the principal) the right to grant another person (the agent or surrogate) the authority to make health care decisions on their behalf should they become incapacitated. In Alaska, this document is also known as a healthcare power of attorney (HPOA).
Laws
Statute: AS 13.52.
Signing Requirements: Two (2) Witnesses or Notary Public (AS 13.52.010).
Revocation: The principal may revoke it at any time, provided they are mentally competent, in writing by creating a revocation of power of attorney or advising the principal’s healthcare provider directly (AS 13.52.020).
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