Authorized representative means a person authorized to act on behalf of the patient by law, by court order or by written statement signed by the patient, unless the patient has been judicially declared incompetent. Except in State operated facilities, an authorized representative shall not be an owner, administrator, employee, representative or agent of the facility.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 77003
Note: Authority cited: Sections 208(a) and 1275, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 1275.1, Health and Safety Code.