Ark. Code § 20-6-108

Current with all legislation passed during the 2023 Regular and First Extraordinary Sessions.

Section 20-6-108 - Determination of capacity

If a licensed physician makes a determination or is informed of a determination that a principal lacks or has recovered capacity or that another condition exists that affects an individual instruction or the authority of an agent, guardian, or surrogate, the licensed physician shall:

(1) Record promptly the determination in the principal's current clinical record; and

(2) Communicate the determination to the principal, if possible, and to any person authorized to make healthcare decisions for the principal.

Ark. Code § 20-6-108

Amended by Act 2017, No. 974,§ 1, eff. 8/1/2017.

Added by Act 2013, No. 1264,§ 1, eff. 8/16/2013.