GEORGIA ADVANCE DIRECTIVE FOR HEALTH CARE
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Georgia Advance Directive for Health Care
Georgia‑compliant directive that appoints a health care agent, states treatment preferences, and includes a HIPAA authorization so your agent can access information when it matters most.
- Complies with O.C.G.A. § 31‑32‑1 et seq.
- Built‑in HIPAA language (45 C.F.R. § 164.508)
- Two adult witnesses required (notary optional)
Quick Facts
- State
- Georgia
- HIPAA language
- Included
- Witnesses
- Two (18+)
- Notary
- Optional
Information only; not legal advice. Verify current law before signing.
About the Georgia Advance Directive
Georgia combined prior forms into a single Advance Directive for Health Care. This document lets you appoint a health care agent, express treatment preferences, and authorizes your agent under HIPAA to receive and disclose protected health information.
Execution Requirements
- Principal signs.
- Two adult witnesses; the agent cannot witness.
- Notary acknowledgment optional for interstate recognition.
What You’ll Need
- Your legal name and address.
- Agent and alternate agent contact info.
- Preferences on life‑prolonging measures and tube‑fed nutrition/hydration.
What You Get
- Georgia statutory directive language.
- HIPAA authorization built in.
- Signature lines for witnesses and optional notary block.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this include HIPAA authorization?
Yes. The Georgia statutory directive includes language intended to function as a HIPAA‑compliant authorization so your agent can access and disclose protected health information.
Do I need a notary?
Georgia requires two adult witnesses; a notary is optional. Many people add a notary block for out‑of‑state recognition.
Can my agent be a witness?
No. The person you appoint as health care agent cannot serve as a witness.
This page provides legal information, not legal advice. Laws may change. Consult counsel for advice specific to your situation.