Idaho Healthcare Laws
A same-sex partner may make a medical decision on behalf of an incapacitated partner in Idaho as a, "competent individual representing himself or herself to be responsible for the health care of such person." However, contact must be attempted with at least four individuals (guardian, spouse, parent and relative) prior to the authority being granted. § 39-4504.An adult may also execute a living will/durable power of attorney for health care, appointing another individual to make health care decisions on his or her behalf. The form of the advance directive is described under § 39-4510.
Citation: The Medical Consent and Natural Death Act: Idaho Code Ann. §§ 39-4501 to 39-4515
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Last Updated: 5/2/2008