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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) Before an individual who is requesting medical aid-in-dying medication may receive a prescription for the medical aid-in-dying medication, a consulting provider must:
(a) Examine the individual and the individual's relevant medical records; and
(b) Confirm, in writing, to the attending provider that the individual:
(I) Has a terminal illness;
(II) Has a prognosis of six months or less;
(III) Is making an informed decision;
(IV) Is mentally capable, or provide documentation that the consulting provider has referred the individual for further evaluation in accordance with section 25-48-108; and
(V) Has requested a prescription for medical aid-in-dying medication.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Colorado Revised Statutes Title 25. Health § 25-48-107. Consulting provider responsibilities - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/co/title-25-health/co-rev-st-sect-25-48-107/
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