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New York Health Care Laws
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You may not know it, but New York has passed specific health care laws to protect patient privacy. There are also laws on the books about remaining on life support and how New York residents can plan and handle their deaths. Things like durable power of attorney and living wills are dealt with. Plus New York law protects patient privacy, especially when it comes to what doctors and hospitals can share about you. Below you will find state-specific health care laws on a number of topics — including methods for declaring your wishes regarding life-prolonging medical procedures and laws on access to medical records.
Learn About New York Health Care Laws
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New York Durable Power of Attorney Laws
Specifics of New York’s laws regulating the durable power of attorney, a legal process by which certain decisions about a person’s health and medical care, and links to more general information.
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New York Medical Record Laws
Basic provisions of laws and regulations pertaining to the confidentiality of Californians’ medical records, such as who may access medical records and mandatory reporting requirements.
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New York Euthanasia Laws
The basics of New York’s Public Health Law Section 2989, which is not intended to promote or permit euthanasia (mercy killing) or suicide.
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New York Civil Statute of Limitations
List of New York’s statutes of limitations for various types of civil actions, including personal injury; false imprisonment; defamation; fraud; damage to personal property; professional malpractice; trespassing; and more.
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