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Old 03-31-2015, 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Sanibel View Post
Can anyone explain to me why the State of FL requires a DNR form to be on yellow paper? Why does your doctor need to sign off on it? I would think this would be your decision.
We have living wills drawn up by our estate planners....signed and notarized by our attorneys.

All that is required is to present a copy to the treating institution and it is not on yellow paper.