California · Probate Code

PROB §4730: Before implementing a health care decision made for a patient, a supervising health care provider, if possible, shall promptly communicate to the patient the decision made and the identity of the pers

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A supervising health care provider must promptly communicate a health care decision and the decision-maker's identity to the patient when possible before implementing that decision.

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Before implementing a health care decision made for a patient, a supervising health care provider, if possible, shall promptly communicate to the patient the decision made and the identity of the person making the decision.

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