A Nebraska Medical Power of Attorney 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: § 30-3403.
Signing Requirements: Two (2) Witnesses or Notary Public § 30-3404(5).
Revocation: 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) (§ 30-3420).
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