My dad had a stroke on Thanksgiving which has left him incognitive, blind and needing major therapy for mobility. He didn't have any kind of health insurance set up nor does he have a living will or POA appointed. He is now on Medicaid since the stroke but to get him any therapy he needs to get signed up for Medicare too. How do I go about becoming his medical POA to make his medical decisions and to start the Medicare application?
I would start with your PCP to establish the disability. Then contact Social Security office for further instructions and requirements.
I hope this helps you some.
I do believe that medicaid will still become involved
I have never heard of a court appted POA. POA is usually assigned. You may have to get guardianship. Check with your state laws.