Legal Question in Social Security Law in California

Is a child financial responsible for the medical debt of a dying parent

My mother is in the hospital and needs to be transferred to a convelesant hospital. He condition is not good and will most likly cause her death. Will my brother and I be held responsible for any medical expenses that can not be paid with her funds while we are caring for her?


Asked on 6/17/04, 7:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Margaret Webb Law Office of Margaret Webb

Re: Is a child financial responsible for the medical debt of a dying parent

If you do not wish or cannot afford to pay your parent's medical debt, be sure you do not make yourself liable for the debt. Carefully read any paperwork presented by a medical provider and do not sign it as a party responsible for the payment of services provided. If you do sign as the responsible party, you are contracting to pay that debt.

The local Area on Agency in the county where your parent lives can be a good resource for information and assistance.

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Answered on 6/18/04, 2:55 pm


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