Legal Review By
Rozsa Gyene, Esq.
California State Bar #208356 | Licensed Since 2000
25+ years estate planning experience in California
In a medical emergency, a California Advance Healthcare Directive is the only legal document that ensures YOUR wishes are followed — not the hospital's default protocols. Our attorney-reviewed directive combines a Medical Power of Attorney + Living Will + HIPAA Authorization into one CA Probate Code §4701 compliant document.
The only online healthcare directive backed by a licensed California law firm. Medical Power of Attorney + Living Will + HIPAA Authorization in one document. Compliant with CA Probate Code §4701.
Hospital-Ready Format | HIPAA Compliant | Verified Bar #208356
Legally appoint the exact person you want to make medical decisions for you. Includes alternate agents. Prevents sibling disputes and "next of kin" confusion in trauma situations.
Specify your wishes for life support, ventilators, feeding tubes, CPR/DNR, pain management, and comfort care. Uses California statutory language recognized by all CA hospitals.
Grants your healthcare agent immediate access to your medical records. Without this, federal privacy laws prevent doctors from sharing information — even with your spouse.
Many Californians use the free forms provided by hospitals or downloaded from generic websites. These forms often cause problems when you need them most:
Our attorney-reviewed directive is accepted by California hospital legal departments because it uses exact statutory language and includes all required authorizations.
Complete California statutory form (CA Probate Code §4701) designating your healthcare agent with full authority to make medical decisions on your behalf.
Detailed end-of-life treatment preferences including life support, ventilators, feeding tubes, CPR/DNR, pain management, and comfort care instructions.
Federal-compliant authorization allowing your healthcare agent to access all medical records and communicate with healthcare providers immediately.
Detailed organ and tissue donation preferences — donate all, specific organs only, or none. Your wishes legally documented and binding.
Printable emergency wallet cards with your healthcare agent's contact information for first responders and emergency room staff.
Every directive is personally reviewed by Attorney Rozsa Gyene (Bar #208356) for hospital acceptance and CA Probate Code compliance. No extra charge.
No hidden fees. No subscriptions. Attorney review included.
One-time fee. Valid for life.
INCLUDED FREE with our Will Package ($150) and Living Trust Package ($400)
A Healthcare Directive protects your medical decisions. But comprehensive protection also includes:
Protects your finances if you're incapacitated. Avoids $10,000+ conservatorship.
Protects your home from probate court. Saves your family $30,000+ in fees.
Names guardians for minor children. Directs assets not in your trust.
In California, the Advance Healthcare Directive (AHCD) is a comprehensive document that combines both the "Living Will" (your end-of-life instructions) and the "Medical Power of Attorney" (appointing a healthcare agent) into one legally recognized form under CA Probate Code §4701. You don't need separate documents.
California law requires the directive to be either notarized OR signed by two qualified adult witnesses. However, for immediate acceptance by hospital legal departments in emergency situations, notarization is strongly recommended. Our directive includes notary-ready formatting.
HIPAA is a federal law protecting medical privacy. Without explicit HIPAA authorization, doctors legally cannot share your medical information with anyone — including your spouse or children — even in emergencies. Our healthcare directive includes integrated HIPAA authorization so your agent can immediately access your records.
Yes, you can revoke or modify your healthcare directive at any time while mentally competent. Simply execute a new directive (which automatically revokes the old one) or sign a written revocation. Notify your healthcare agent and any medical providers who have copies.
Keep your original in an accessible location — NOT in a safe deposit box (banks are closed nights/weekends). Give copies to your healthcare agent, alternate agents, doctors, and local hospital. We include wallet cards for your purse/wallet so emergency responders know you have a directive on file.
"When my husband had his heart attack, the hospital immediately accepted our healthcare directive. No questions, no delays. The HIPAA authorization meant I could talk to every doctor without any pushback."
— Margaret L., Los Angeles
"As a physician, I've seen families torn apart because they didn't have clear directives. I got my own from Living Trust California because the attorney review ensures it's legally bulletproof."
— Dr. Richard K., San Diego
"We used the hospital's free form for my mother. When she was hospitalized, the doctors said it was 'too vague.' Never again. We got proper directives for our whole family."
— The Nakamura Family, Fresno
Don't leave your healthcare choices to chance. Our attorney-reviewed directive ensures YOUR wishes are followed — not the hospital's default protocols.
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Legal Review By
California State Bar #208356 | Licensed Since 2000
25+ years estate planning experience in California