Release In Power Of Attorney For Pet Medical Information

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Danny Meek

Is there a general type of release for medical information in a power of attorney for a pet? I am working on my estate planning for my house full of cats. Thanks.

Mairin                                                   Gold Beach, Oregon

Marin, I have included typical release language below.

This is from the Papillon Club of America of Quincy, Florida.


AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF PATIENT INFORMATION
Papillon Club of America Rescue Trust

TO: Any and all treating veterinarians or facilities

This document authorizes any and all licensed animal health care practitioners, veterinarians and other persons who have participated in providing any care or service to my pets to discuss any communication, whether confidential or privileged, and to provide full and complete patient reports and records justifying the course of treatment including but not limited to: patient histories, vaccination histories, examination and test results, reports, or other information prepared by other persons that may in be your possession to the Papillon Club of America, Inc. (PCA) and/or its representative.

For more information about the club and its rescue efforts, visit their website here.
 

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