Montana § 53-21-1311 - Prohibited Elements

Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 53-21-1311 — Prohibited Elements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 53-21-1311. Prohibited Elements

Prohibited elements. A directive may not: (1) create an entitlement to mental health treatment or other medical treatment; (2) obligate any health care provider, professional person, health care facility, or insurer to pay the costs associated with the treatment requested; (3) obligate any health care provider, professional person, or health care facility to be responsible for services outside the scope of services the person or facility normally provides; or (4) bind any person who is not a provider of health care services to confer any benefit on the principal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 53-21-1311

What does Montana Code Annotated § 53-21-1311 cover?

Section 53-21-1311 ("Prohibited Elements") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. 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 Montana § 53-21-1311?

A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 53-21-1311" (Montana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Montana law?

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How does Montana § 53-21-1311 apply to my situation?

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