District of Columbia Health Care Laws

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Welcome to FindLaw's District of Columbia Health Care Laws section, covering a wide range of laws and regulations pertaining to patients' rights, procedures for writing a valid living will, how medical records must be maintained and kept confidential, abortion access rights, and more. D.C. health care laws are similar to those of other states, but its abortion law is the least restrictive in the nation. Also included is information about the civil statute of limitations for filing claims. To learn more about Washington, D.C. health care laws, click on a link below or speak with a D.C. health care attorney.

Learn About District of Columbia Health Care Laws

  • District of Columbia Abortion Laws

    A general summary of abortion law in Washington, D.C., which is actually the least restrictive in the nation and allows for public funds to be used in instances of rape.

  • District of Columbia Living Wills Laws

    What you need to know about drafting a valid living will Washington, D.C., which is a legally binding document used to communicate one's medical and end-of-life preferences.

  • District of Columbia Medical Records Laws

    Summary of Washington, D.C.'s laws with respect to the use, confidentiality, and privacy of patients' medical records, including the process for providing authorization to other parties.

  • D.C. Durable Power of Attorney Laws

    A rundown of the rules for drafting a valid durable power of attorney in the District of Columbia, which allows a trusted individual to make important end-of-life decisions.

  • District of Columbia Euthanasia Laws

    Explanation of how euthanasia (illegal in all states) differs from physician-assisted suicide, which is not legal in Washington, D.C., with additional information about refusal of artificial life support.

  • D.C. Civil Statute of Limitations

    Summary of the time limits a prospective plaintiff has to file a civil action in the District of Columbia, which ranges from three to 12 years and differs for different types of actions.

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