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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) As used in this section, “medical treatment” means any medical, chiropractic, optometric, or dental examination, diagnostic procedure, and treatment, including but not limited to hospitalization, developmental screening, mental health screening and treatment, preventive care, pharmacy services, immunizations recommended by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, well-child care, and blood testing, except that “medical treatment” shall not include HIV/AIDS testing, controlled substance testing, or any other testing for which a separate court order or informed consent is required under other applicable law.
(2) The Administrative Office of the Courts shall develop a standard power of attorney for the limited purpose of establishing authority to consent to medical treatment for a minor and to make school-related decisions for a minor.
(3) The standard power of attorney developed under subsection (2) of this section shall be available through the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and the office of the circuit clerk where the informal caregiver resides.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Kentucky Revised Statutes Title IV. Judicial Branch § 27A.095.Standard power of attorney regarding medical treatment and school-related decisions for a minor - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ky/title-iv-judicial-branch/ky-rev-st-sect-27a-095/
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