Waives 15 day waiting period for medical aid in dying under certain circumstances.
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Overview
This bill modifies New Jersey’s law regarding medical aid in dying by waiving the 15-day waiting period for obtaining a prescription under specific circumstances. Currently, patients must make two oral requests and one written request, with a minimum 15-day gap between the initial oral request and the second, and between the initial oral request and the prescription. This bill removes the 15-day waiting period if a physician determines the patient is not expected to survive for 15 days, requiring documentation of this medical determination. The bill also mandates that physicians recommend palliative care options to patients seeking medical aid in dying.
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Joseph Cryan
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