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Illinois Medical Power of Attorney Form

An Illinois medical power of attorney designates an agent to handle someone else's medical decision-making. The form only becomes effective after the person is no longer able to speak for themselves. It is often completed with a living will that outlines the individual's healthcare and end-of-life wishes.
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Updated April 08, 2025

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“Power of Attorney for Health Care” Definition

A power of attorney for health care allows a principal to “delegate the decision making power to a trusted agent and be sure that the agent’s power to make personal and health care decisions for the principal will be effective to the same extent as though made by the principal.”[2]

Statutory Form

Yes — Illinois has a statutory form that may be used for medical power of attorney.

Sample

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Sources

  1. 755 ILCS 45/4-10
  2. 755 ILCS 45/4-1