A Nebraska Medical Power of Attorney form enables you to appoint a trusted adult to make healthcare decisions when you cannot. This person, the agent, representative, or the “attorney in fact,” is legally bound to act in your best interest.
Laws
Statutes: 3401 to 3432 of Chapter 30 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes
Signing Requirements § 30-3404(5): Notary public or two witnesses.
Revocation § 30-3420: You can revoke your MPOA at any time by telling your primary doctor (attending physician), notifying a healthcare provider (who consequently informs the attending physician), or directly telling your agent (who must then notify the attending physician)
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