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My mother has been diagnosed with Extensive Anoxic Brain Damage affecting about 98% of her brain. She has an advance directive that prevents healthcare proxy agents from altering her choices regarding life-sustaining treatments. Despite this, her attending physician has classified her medical... View More 
I need guidance for a woman facing potential discrimination related to her recent childbirth. She was accused of drug use without proper evidence, resulting in her infant being placed in kinship care. There's concern about her medical records being accessed without consent, possibly violating... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
Children are automatically tested upon birth for many different things. If the child (or mother) test positive during the birth procedure for CDS then the hospital staff are required by law to disclose the abuse of a child to DHS.
Contact a family law attorney for anything additional.
I am facing an adjudication disposition hearing concerning my infant, and my hospital records were accessed without my consent, which I discovered when I noticed a DHS worker listed as an emergency contact. There are allegations that I tested positive for amphetamines. I contacted the hospital... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
In your answer you state your legal counsel therefore you need to be discussing these matters with them.
My cousin, who has Alzheimer's, received stitches at a hospital in Oklahoma. Her husband, who holds power of attorney, advised waiting to see how she would do before seeking further medical treatment, as she seemed absolutely alright, just like another day. Hospice mentioned it wasn't... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If the husband, who holds power of attorney, made the decision to delay further medical treatment, the caregiver may be following his guidance, as long as the decision aligns with his legal authority and understanding of the situation. However, it's important to consider whether the delay in... View More
My mother, who was covered by marketplace insurance, was undergoing cancer treatment when she missed several appointments after the doctor's office informed her that her insurance was inactive. The marketplace changed her insurance policy without notifying us, causing treatment delays. My... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2025
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother. I'm afraid it does not sound like the strongest of cases. That doesn't mean I don't sympathize with your family. I find it upsetting that the... View More
I was being interviewed for a comprehensive assessment by RN case manager with health insurance. discussi my diagnosis andmedication past and present. Discuss finding new a doctor. Told her wannted to get back on my old medicstkons except for pain medicstios, esp my CNS medication. I started... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It seems like you’re feeling understandably upset and confused about what happened during your interaction with the nurse. In general, healthcare professionals, including nurses, are mandated reporters, meaning they must report certain situations to authorities, especially if they believe a... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Based on the brief details, it doesn't sound like there is a basis for a case here. Your frustration is understandable. However, it may have been an inexperienced staff. Unless there were significant damages... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. It doesn't look like a lawsuit that most firms would handle. Although your frustration is understandable, unless there were significant damages of a lingering nature, it sounds... View More
Switch his case to mental health court before trial his medically I'll and has disabilities and medical problems
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
In Oklahoma, transferring a case to a mental health court can be a complex process, especially if the trial is already underway. Mental health courts are designed to handle cases involving defendants with mental illnesses and may offer more appropriate resources and outcomes for such individuals.... View More
Mental health facility in Sapulpa OK, which is a part of the Creoks Oklahoma network. It is an inpatient 10 day program. I was held for 48 days. I was harassed around the clock by most of the staff, including the kitchen staff. I was made to have a video conference with a judge and I was made a... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
Your experience at the mental health facility in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, raises several concerns, especially regarding your rights as a patient and the legal procedures followed during your stay. In Oklahoma, as in other states, patients have specific rights in healthcare settings, including the right... View More
Where does that fall under quality of care
answered on Dec 15, 2023
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You already named it - a quality of care, possibly health and safety issue. Additional details would be needed to describe further - short staff, training needs, equipment needs, and other possible elements. Good... View More
Husband was hit while driving and the other driver filed a claim.
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
In Oklahoma, a physician's lien means a healthcare provider can claim a portion of a personal injury settlement or judgment to cover medical treatment costs. If your husband received treatment after the accident and a lien was filed, the provider expects to be paid from any compensation you... View More
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answered on Sep 24, 2023
In Oklahoma, county jails are under the jurisdiction of the respective county's sheriff's department. Human rights and health regulations in these facilities are subject to both state laws and federal laws, such as the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act. If there are concerns... View More
Do certain docs need notarized and/or filed with Court Clerk office? Will a durable POA cover it all, including land, her home and Quit Claim Deed if necessary? Is a Advance Directive needed or just be beneficial? Are specifics needed to handle her Social Security benefits as well?
answered on Jul 26, 2023
Sorry to hear that your mother is suffering from Alzheimer's. From your question it wasn't clear whether she has the powers of attorney and other documents already completed. If not, and she has sufficient capacity, then she should move quickly to get these in place. An advanced... View More
I already have around 20 clients. These policies I would be writing for me and my sons would not be over 25% of my total business. These policies on my sons and I are from the marketplace which means they are being subsidized by tax payers. If I were able to take ownership of the health... View More
answered on Jul 19, 2023
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney, most states have departments of insurance. They field many insurance-related questions from the public. Good luck
My husband was arrested and was having a medical evaluation at the county jail here in Oklahoma and while the doctor was screening him,an officer at the jail was present in the room without my husbands consent.
answered on Jun 15, 2023
No this is not a HIPPA violation. When a person is in custody, medical staff have a right to be secure in their safety, if an officer is present then that is allowed.
My wife went to a police department in the town we live in & had an assessment done. After returning the officer told me she didn't meet e d criteria but there was something there. The following day she again went in for an assessment voluntarily. That's when a e d was placed.... View More
answered on Jan 10, 2023
If the person meets criteria for emergency detainment for mental/consumer related things, then yes the person can be taken into custody. This is custody of the state mental health system, and not specifically county, therefore they transfer frequently to other care facilities in order to provide... View More
An adult with Bipolar mental disorder needs more and different professional help and is unable realize it.
answered on May 19, 2022
A guardianship of an incapacitated adult is possible however you will have to prove they are incapacitated and not capable of caring for themselves. Additionally they will have an opportunity to give their input at a hearing.
i tried using the Solo suit but my petition seems different that what its asking. can anyone help me?
answered on May 17, 2022
This is something that an Oklahoma attorney is best suited to advise on, but your question remains open for four weeks. If this is something in the lawsuit stage, an ordinary letter might not suffice as a response. There could be more formal legal responses needed. Unfortunately, it's... View More
There is no property owned nor any other asset to go to probate. He leaves me a single parent of our 4 children, all under the age of 13. He was the only one working. I have been a homemaker for the length of our 14 yr marriage. He did have a life insurance policy for $25000. But no other financial... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2021
Yes, you can be held responsible for the medical debt of your spouse. You can see if you can negotiate a lower amount with the creditors or you can see if bankruptcy would be an option for you to discharge the medical debt. Good luck!
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