What is the policy on advanced directives?

Butterworth Hospital respects patients' rights to make decisions about their medical care, including the use of advanced directives. An advanced directive is a legal document that outlines a person's preferences for medical treatment in the event that they become unable to communicate those wishes themselves. This can include a living will or a durable power of attorney for health care. At Butterworth Hospital, patients are encouraged to discuss their advanced directives with their healthcare providers, ensuring that their wishes are clearly understood and documented. The hospital aims to honor these directives to the best of its ability, in accordance with state laws and regulations. It is important for patients to provide a copy of their advanced directive to the hospital, so that it can be included in their medical records. Additionally, Butterworth Hospital promotes ongoing conversations about advance care planning, so patients and their families feel prepared for any situation. For more detailed information or specific questions regarding policies, visiting the hospital's current web page may be beneficial, as it can provide the latest updates and further resources on advanced directives.