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CARTA PODER PARA ATENCIÓN MÉDICA

Por el presente designo a domiciliado en y cuyo número telefónico es como mi apoderado para los temas relacionados con la salud.

Por el presente designo a domiciliado en y cuyo número telefónico es como mi apoderado sucesor para los temas relacionados con la salud.

Autorizo a mi apoderado designado en el presente documento a tomar las decisiones médicas en mi nombre, cuando me declaren incapaz de hacerlo por medios propios. Entiendo las consecuencias de formalizar un poder para atención médica.

Indico a mi apoderado que cumpla con las siguientes instrucciones o limitaciones:

Indico a mi apoderado que cumpla con las siguientes instrucciones sobre el tratamiento de sostén de vida: (opcional)

Indico a mi apoderado que cumpla con las siguientes instrucciones sobre nutrición e hidratación administradas artificialmente: (opcional)

HE LEÍDO ESTE PODER PARA ATENCIÓN MÉDICA. ENTIENDO QUE ESTE DOCUMENTO PERMITE QUE OTRA PERSONA TOME LAS DECISIONES DE VIDA Y MUERTE EN MI LUGAR, EN CASO DE QUE YO SEA INCAPAZ DE TOMAR DICHAS DECISIONES. TAMBIÉN ENTIENDO QUE PUEDO REVOCAR ESTE PODER PARA ATENCIÓN MÉDICA EN CUALQUIER MOMENTO, ENVIANDO UNA NOTIFICACIÓN AL RESPECTO A MI APODERADO, A MI MÉDICO O AL ESTABLECIMIENTO DEL QUE SOY PACIENTE O RESIDENTE. TAMBIÉN ENTIENDO QUE EN EL PRESENTE PODER PARA ATENCIÓN MÉDICA PUEDO EXIGIR QUE UN SEGUNDO MÉDICO CONFIRME MI INCAPACIDAD EN EL FUTURO.

Fecha:

(Firma de la persona que hace el nombramiento y fecha)

(Nombre de la persona que hace el nombramiento, escrito a máquina o en letra de molde)

DECLARACIÓN DE TESTIGOS

Declaramos que el poderdante, es un individuo a quien conocemos personalmente, que dicho poderdante firmó o reconoció su firma en este poder para atención médica en nuestra presencia, que el poderdante parece estar en su sano juicio y que no actúa bajo coacción ni debida influencia y que ninguno de nosotros ni el médico tratante del poderdante es la persona designada como apoderada en el presente documento.

Testigo:

Firma:

Fecha:

Nombre en letra de molde:

Testigo:

Firma:

Fecha:

Nombre en letra de molde:

Estado de

Condado de

A los días del mes de 20 ante mí, Notario Público en y para el Condado de compareció personalmente ante mí quien a mi entender es la misma persona cuyo nombre consta en el poder para atención médica antes mencionado como poderdante. Asimismo declaro que esta persona parece estar en su sano juicio y que no actúa bajo coacción ni debida influencia, que admite que la formalización del mismo es un acto voluntario suyo y que yo no soy el apoderado, ni el apoderado sucesor, designado en el presente poder para atención médica.

En fe de lo cual, estampo mi firma y sello notarial en en dicho condado, en el día y año que figuran más arriba.

(Sello)

Firma de Notario Público

Mi comisión vence:

Versión de la lengua inglesa del documento.

*

English language version of document.

POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR HEALTH CARE

I appoint whose address is and whose telephone number is as my attorney in fact for health care.

I appoint whose address is and whose telephone number is as my successor attorney in fact for health care.

I authorize my attorney in fact appointed by this document to make health care decisions for me when I am determined to be incapable of making my own health care decisions. I understand the consequences of executing a power of attorney for health care.

I direct that my attorney in fact comply with the following instructions or limitations:

I direct that my attorney in fact comply with the following instructions on life-sustaining treatment: (optional)

I direct that my attorney in fact comply with the following instructions on artificially administered nutrition and hydration: (optional)

I HAVE READ THIS POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR HEALTH CARE. I UNDERSTAND THAT IT ALLOWS ANOTHER PERSON TO MAKE LIFE AND DEATH DECISIONS FOR ME IF I AM INCAPABLE OF MAKING SUCH DECISIONS. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT I CAN REVOKE THIS POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR HEALTH CARE AT ANY TIME BY NOTIFYING MY ATTORNEY IN FACT, MY PHYSICIAN, OR THE FACILITY IN WHICH I AM A PATIENT OR RESIDENT. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT I CAN REQUIRE IN THIS POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR HEALTH CARE THAT THE FACT OF MY INCAPACITY IN THE FUTURE BE CONFIRMED BY A SECOND PHYSICIAN.

Date:

(Signature of person making designation, and date)

(Typed/printed name of person making designation)

DECLARATION OF WITNESSES

We declare that the principal, is personally known to us, that the principal signed or acknowledged his or her signature on this power of attorney for health care in our presence, that the principal appears to be of sound mind and not under duress or undue influence, and that neither of us nor the principal's attending physician is the person appointed as attorney in fact by this document.

Witnessed By:

Signature:

Date:

Printed name:

Witnessed By:

Signature:

Date:

Printed name:

State of

County of

On this day of 20 before me, a notary public in and for County, personally came personally to me known to be the identical person whose name is affixed to the above power of attorney for health care as principal, and I declare that he or she appears in sound mind and not under duress or undue influence, that he or she acknowledges the execution of the same to be his or her voluntary act and deed, and that I am not the attorney in fact or successor attorney in fact designated by this power of attorney for health care.

Witness my hand and notarial seal at in such county the day and year last above written.

(Seal)

Signature of Notary Public

My Commission Expires:

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What a Carta Poder Is and when it’s used

A Carta Poder is a written authorization that grants another person (an agent or attorney-in-fact) limited or broad authority to act on behalf of the grantor for specified tasks. Commonly used for real estate transactions, banking operations, administrative filings, or collection of documents, it sets out the scope, duration, and limits of the agent’s powers and may require notarization or witnesses depending on state law.

Why a formal Carta Poder matters

A properly drafted Carta Poder creates clear authority, reduces ambiguity in third-party dealings, and documents the grantor’s intent in writing for legal enforceability.

Why a formal Carta Poder matters

Who typically completes a Carta Poder

A Carta Poder is used by individuals and organizations when personal appearance is impractical or legal/administrative representation is required.

  • Private individuals who need someone to act on their behalf for a single transaction or a series of tasks.
  • Businesses authorizing agents or employees to handle filings, document collection, or contract execution.
  • Attorneys and legal representatives receiving explicit delegation to act for clients in jurisdictional matters.

Choose the form variant and authentication level (notary, witnesses, or RON) that matches the transaction risk and local legal rules.

Primary parties and their roles

Grantor

The person or entity granting authority; must sign and identify the exact powers being delegated, and may need to appear before a notary depending on state requirements.

Attorney-in-Fact

The designated agent who will act on the grantor’s behalf; should accept the role in writing and understand any limits, expiration dates, and reporting obligations in the Carta Poder.

Essential parts of a professional Carta Poder

A complete Carta Poder balances clarity with legal formality: identify parties, list specific powers, set effective and expiry dates, include consideration if required, state governing law, and provide signature, witness, and notarization sections as applicable.

Parties

Clear legal names for grantor and agent with addresses and identification details.

Scope of Authority

Explicitly list each action the agent may perform, and note any prohibited actions.

Effective Period

Start and end dates, or event-based termination conditions, to avoid open-ended authority.

Signatures

Grantor signature, agent acceptance, and dates; include initials on multi-page documents.

Authentication

Notarization and witness blocks or remote online notarization language where permitted.

Governing Law

Specify the state law that will interpret the document in disputes.

Step-by-step: completing a Carta Poder

Follow these steps to prepare a compliant Carta Poder for in-person signing or electronic execution.

  • 01
    Prepare document: Complete names, powers, dates, and governing law before sending to signer.
  • 02
    Verify identity: Confirm grantor and agent identities using photo ID or RON identity proofing.
  • 03
    Sign and authenticate: Grantor signs; obtain notarization or witnesses per state rules.
  • 04
    Distribute copies: Provide signed originals to parties and file with relevant institutions if required.

Typical process flow for issuing a Carta Poder

A Carta Poder moves through preparation, signature, authentication, and distribution; each stage has documentation and identity-verification requirements.

  • Draft: Create the document with precise powers and dates.
  • Sign: Grantor and agent sign; witnesses sign if required.
  • Notarize: Notary or RON verifies identity and affixes acknowledgement.
  • Deliver: Send originals or certified copies to institutions or recorders.

Common digital workflow settings for Carta Poder

Configure your eSigning workflow to match the authentication and retention needs of the Carta Poder before sending.

Field Configuration
Signer Order Single-step or sequential, depending on whether agent acceptance must follow grantor signature.
Authentication Email link, SMS code, or advanced KBA for higher-risk transactions.
Mandatory Fields Require signature, date, and agent acceptance to prevent unsigned submissions.
Notifications Enable email confirmations and certificate-of-completion upon finalization.

Digital signing and platform compatibility

Choose a platform that supports your required authentication level, document formats, and integrations with business systems.

  • File types: PDF and DOCX widely supported.
  • Integrations: Salesforce, Microsoft 365, NetSuite, Google Workspace available.
  • Notarization support: RON and in-person notarization workflows supported where permitted.

Ensure the provider offers retained audit trails, secure storage, and access controls aligned with your compliance needs.

Timing and key deadlines for issuing a Carta Poder

Timing depends on the transaction type: closings and filings often require signed, notarized documents within short windows; administrative authorizations may be effective immediately.

Effective Immediately:

If the effective date is immediate, the agent may act as soon as signatures and notarization are complete.

Specified Expiration:

Respect any stated end date to avoid unauthorized actions after termination.

Notarization Window:

Complete notarization in the same signing session when required by recipient institutions.

Agency Filing Deadlines:

Some agencies require delivery of original authorizations before they accept agent actions.

Revocation Notice Period:

Provide written revocation to third parties and recordkeepers when cancelling authority.

Common mistakes that invalidate a Carta Poder

  • Using vague language such as 'manage affairs' without specifying tasks can lead institutions to refuse reliance and create disputes over scope.
  • Name mismatches between the grantor, agent, and identification documents cause notarization refusals and bank rejections if not corrected.
  • Failing to notarize or obtain required witnesses where state law or the receiving institution requires them can render the authorization ineffective.
  • Not recording expiration or termination conditions may result in agents exercising authority longer than intended and increase liability risk for the grantor.

Risks and legal consequences of an incorrect Carta Poder

Invalid Authorization: Third parties may reject agent actions.
Financial Liability: Grantor may be liable for agent acts.
Criminal Exposure: Fraudulent use can lead to prosecution.
Civil Disputes: Revocation or ambiguity triggers litigation.
Regulatory Rejection: Agencies may refuse filings without proper form.
Recordkeeping Gaps: Missing originals complicate audits or title transfers.

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Frequently asked questions about Carta Poder execution

Answers to common questions about validity, notarization, electronic execution, revocation, and storage for Carta Poder documents.


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