A Michigan medical power of attorney is a legal document that designates someone you trust (called a patient advocate or agent) to make medical decisions for you if you become incapacitated.
Laws
Statute: Act 386 of 1998, Part 5.
Signing Requirements: Two (2) Witnesses (ยง 700.5506(4).
Revocation: It remains effective until you revoke it or until you pass or your wishes regarding organ donation (if specified) have been carried out. You can also revoke the document by communicating the revocation in any way, both orally and in writing (Section 700.5510).
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