Risk Solutions Resources Risk Management Guide: Treatment of Minors If state laws do not specify the age of majority, the federal registry defines the age to be 18 years. With the exception of certain qualifying situations and treatment for specific medical conditions, medical offices in many states must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian prior to treatment. Curi recommends referencing state-specific laws regarding age of majority before treating a minor. When can a minor make healthcare decisions? If a minor needs medical care and treatment AND they have legal power, they can consent. The following types of minors may make all healthcare decisions for themselves: A juvenile who is emancipated by judicial action A married juvenile Any person who is currently serving in the armed forces of the… Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. If you are a member but do not have an account, you can register for an account. If you are unable to register, or want to learn more about becoming a Curi member, contact us for more assistance. Sign In Curi’s risk mitigation resources and guidance are offered for educational and informational purposes only. This information is not medical or legal advice, does not replace independent professional judgment, does not constitute an endorsement of any kind, should not be deemed authoritative, and does not establish a standard of care in clinical settings or in courts of law. If you need legal advice, you should consult your independent/corporate counsel. We have found that using risk mitigation efforts can reduce malpractice risk; however, we do not make any guarantees that following these risk recommendations will prevent a complaint, claim, or suit from occurring, or mitigate the outcome(s) associated with any of them. READ NEXT June 5, 2024August 13, 2024Clinical Care | Hospitals/Health Systems | Informed Consent & Refusal | Patient Management | Risk Management Risk Management Guide: Informed Consent and Informed Refusal Informed consent goes far beyond a signature on a consent form; it is a process of ongoing conversations that are held at critical points in the… Read more September 24, 2024February 13, 2025Clinical Care | Hospitals/Health Systems | Practice Management | Risk Management Team Physicians: Managing Professional Liability Risks CONTRACTS Risks: Informal relationships may lead to the unwitting establishment of physician-patient relationships and misunderstandings about physicians’ responsibilities. The practice may incur significant expenses if co-branding… Read more June 5, 2024January 12, 2026Clinical Care | Hospitals/Health Systems | Medical Records | Risk Management Risk Management Guide: Documentation The medical record provides a detailed history, recorded in real-time, of the patient or condition, care decisions, treatment/care provided, and responses to care. Additionally, medical record… Read more