Iowa SF2423 establishes procedures for care facility placement decisions for adults unable to consent.

Iowa SF2423 introduces provisions for care facility placement decisions when an adult patient is unable to consent. The bill defines "authorized representative" and "person authorized to consent," prioritizing the patient's spouse, adult children, parents, or adult siblings. A person authorized to consent can make placement decisions and assist with health insurance applications. The bill allows a court to order placement if the patient cannot consent and no authorized representative is found. It also provides immunity from liability for those acting in good faith.

Iowa SF2423 establishes procedures for care facility placement decisions for adults unable to consent.

Iowa SF2423 introduces provisions for care facility placement decisions when an adult patient is unable to consent. The bill defines "authorized representative" and "person authorized to consent," prioritizing the patient's spouse, adult children, parents, or adult siblings. A person authorized to consent can make placement decisions and assist with health insurance applications. The bill allows a court to order placement if the patient cannot consent and no authorized representative is found. It also provides immunity from liability for those acting in good faith.