A medical power of attorney in Washington D.C. is a legal document that lets you choose someone to make healthcare decisions for you if you’re unable to do so yourself. The person you select is called your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact.” This document is sometimes also referred to as a power of attorney for health care. It ensures that your medical care aligns with your preferences and beliefs when you can’t express them.
Laws
Statute: Chapter 22 (Health-Care Decisions).
Signing Requirements: Two (2) witnesses (§ 21–2207).
Revocation: At any point, you can revoke your medical power of attorney by notifying the agent or health care provider orally, in writing, or by creating a new medical power of attorney. If your agent is your spouse, their agency would be revoked should you get divorced or legally separated (§ 21–2208).
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