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What is a Medical Power of Attorney?

Medical power of attorney allows an individual to delegate responsibility for making medical decisions to another person or persons. You can have multiple agents, although the medical community typically prefers that you have but one agent, which I refer to as a general.

Watch as probate attorney Walter Kelly explains the concept of medical power of attorney and what the responsibilities a medical power of attorney has.

Need help in preparing your medical power of attorney document? Do you have question about the estate planning process in general? Contact Miller & Steiert today to get in touch with a probate lawyer who can help you.

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