California § 4658 - Unless otherwise specified in a written advance health care directive, for the pu
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 4658 — Unless otherwise specified in a written advance health care directive, for the pu, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4658. Unless otherwise specified in a written advance health care directive, for the pu
Unless otherwise specified in a written advance health care directive, for the purposes of this division, a determination that a patient lacks or has recovered capacity, or that another condition exists that affects an individual health care instruction or the authority of an agent or surrogate, shall be made by the primary physician.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 4658
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 4658 cover?
Section 4658 ("Unless otherwise specified in a written advance health care directive, for the pu") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 4658?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 4658 apply to my situation?
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