Another HIPAA Detractor
HIPAA is now reported by one CPA to risk durable powers of attorney that create a health care proxy according to Ronald H. Surabian a CPA and attorney. He reports that HIPAA may prevent the use of a durable power of attorney written a couple of years ago if it requires letters from a doctor about a patient's medical condition. HIPAA requires that the medical professional must get permission from the patient prior to writing the letter. He suggests that the durable power of attorney be amended to include a HIPAA authorization form. Note that the acronym used in the article HIPPA is incorrect it should be HIPAA.
HIPPA privacy rule affects durable power of attorney, Saugus Advertiser, November 25, 2004
