Establishes a process for appointing surrogate decision makers for incapacitated individuals without a health care proxy or MOLST form.

The bill aims to improve medical decision-making for incapacitated individuals who lack a health care proxy or a Medical Order for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) form. It outlines a process for appointing surrogate decision makers, prioritizing family members and close friends based on availability, willingness, and familiarity with the incapacitated person's values. The attending physician or advanced practice nurse practitioner selects the surrogate, considering factors like regular contact and demonstrated care.

Establishes a process for appointing surrogate decision makers for incapacitated individuals without a health care proxy or MOLST form.

The bill aims to improve medical decision-making for incapacitated individuals who lack a health care proxy or a Medical Order for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) form. It outlines a process for appointing surrogate decision makers, prioritizing family members and close friends based on availability, willingness, and familiarity with the incapacitated person's values. The attending physician or advanced practice nurse practitioner selects the surrogate, considering factors like regular contact and demonstrated care.