What Is a Healthcare POA?
A Healthcare Power of Attorney designates a trusted healthcare agent to make medical decisions on behalf of the principal when they are unable to communicate their own wishes.
Who Is the Healthcare Agent?
The healthcare agent is a trusted person who knows your values — often a spouse, adult child, or close friend. They must be willing to advocate firmly for your wishes, even under pressure from medical staff or family.
Primary & Secondary Agent
Clients name a primary healthcare agent and a secondary (backup) agent. If the primary agent is unavailable or unable to serve, the secondary agent steps in automatically — ensuring someone is always available.
Works Alongside Other Documents
A Healthcare POA works alongside a Living Will and POLST to form a complete advance directive package — covering who speaks for you and what decisions they should make.
Healthcare POA Authority
What the Healthcare Agent Can Decide
Consent to or refuse treatment
Choose doctors & facilities
Access medical records
Authorize surgery
Make end-of-life decisions
Approve medications
Select care settings
Coordinate with specialists
Authorize hospice care
Request Form
Submit Your Healthcare POA Request
Complete the form below to request a Healthcare Power of Attorney meeting. Documents are drafted by a state licensed attorney and delivered by email within 24–48 hours — at no charge to your client.