A West Virginia Medical Power of Attorney form allows residents to choose a healthcare representative and authorize them to make decisions on their behalf if they become unable to do so.
Laws
Statute: Chapter 16 of Article 30 West Virginia Health Care Decisions Act
Signing Requirements § 16-30-4: Two adult witnesses and a notary acknowledgment.
Revocation § 16-30-18: You must be conscious and able to communicate your desire for revocation. The document can be revoked by destroying it, notifying your healthcare provider in writing, or verbally asking for revocation in the presence of a witness and having them write it down, sign it, and present it to your healthcare provider. If your agent is your spouse, the document is automatically revoked if you get a divorce.
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