Power of Attorney
Secure your chiropractic practice in Massachusetts. Create a specialized Power of Attorney to manage adjustments, billing, and patient records under MA law.
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KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that I, [principal_name] (the "Principal"), a resident of the State of [state_law], being of sound mind and under no duress, do hereby make, constitute, and appoint [agent_name] (the "Agent" or "Attorney-in-Fact") as my true and lawful Agent, to act for me and in my name, place, and stead, with respect to the powers and authority described herein.
WHEREAS, the Principal desires to appoint the Agent to act on the Principal's behalf with respect to certain matters, as more particularly described herein; and
WHEREAS, the Agent is willing to accept such appointment and to act in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this instrument; and
WHEREAS, the Principal intends this Power of Attorney to be governed by the laws of the State of [state_law] and all applicable provisions of the Uniform Power of Attorney Act as adopted therein.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Principal hereby declares and grants this Power of Attorney as follows:
The Principal hereby appoints [agent_name] as the Principal's Attorney-in-Fact (the "Agent"). The Agent shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Principal in all matters described in this instrument, subject to any limitations expressly set forth herein. The Agent shall exercise such powers in a fiduciary capacity, in good faith, and in the best interests of the Principal at all times. The Agent shall act with the care, competence, and diligence ordinarily exercised by agents in similar circumstances and shall not engage in any self-dealing or conflict of interest unless expressly authorized herein.
The authority granted to the Agent under this Power of Attorney is designated as follows and shall be construed in accordance with the applicable type of authority selected below.
Subject to the type of authority designated above, the Principal hereby grants the Agent the following specific powers and authority: [powers_granted] The Agent shall exercise the foregoing powers prudently and in the Principal's best interests. In the event of any ambiguity regarding the scope of the powers granted herein, such ambiguity shall be resolved in favor of granting the Agent the authority reasonably necessary to carry out the Principal's stated intentions. The Agent may employ and compensate, at the Principal's expense, such professionals, advisors, accountants, and attorneys as the Agent deems reasonably necessary to assist in the performance of the Agent's duties hereunder.
This Power of Attorney shall become effective as of 2026-04-19, subject to any springing provisions described in Section 2 above.
This Power of Attorney shall expire and terminate automatically on 2026-04-19, unless sooner revoked by the Principal or terminated by operation of law. Upon the expiration date, the Agent's authority under this instrument shall cease immediately, and the Agent shall have no further power to act on the Principal's behalf. Any actions taken by the Agent after the expiration date shall be void and of no legal effect.
Any third party who receives a copy of this Power of Attorney, whether original, photocopy, or electronically transmitted, may rely upon the authority granted herein and may act in accordance with the Agent's instructions without liability to the Principal or the Principal's estate, heirs, or assigns. No third party shall be required to inquire into the validity or continuing effectiveness of this instrument, nor shall any third party be liable for acting in good faith reliance upon this Power of Attorney. A third party who refuses to honor this Power of Attorney may be liable for attorneys' fees and damages as provided by applicable law. The Principal hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless any third party who acts in good faith reliance upon the representations and authority of the Agent under this instrument.
The Principal reserves the right to revoke, amend, or modify this Power of Attorney at any time, provided that the Principal has the legal capacity to do so. Any revocation, amendment, or modification shall be in writing and shall be effective upon delivery of written notice to the Agent and to any third party who has previously relied upon this instrument. Until a third party receives actual written notice of revocation, such third party may continue to rely upon the authority granted herein and shall not be liable for any actions taken in good faith reliance upon this Power of Attorney prior to receiving such notice. Upon revocation, the Agent shall promptly return to the Principal all documents, records, property, and funds in the Agent's possession or control that belong to or relate to the affairs of the Principal.
This Power of Attorney shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of [state_law], including but not limited to the Uniform Power of Attorney Act as adopted by the State of [state_law] and any amendments thereto. The Principal consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of [state_law] for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to this instrument. If any provision of this Power of Attorney is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed from this instrument and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
The Agent is hereby authorized to execute all payroll duties in strict accordance with Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 149, § 148. This includes the authority to issue immediate payment of wages upon employee termination and to manage all withholdings required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Agent shall indemnify the Principal against any claims of 'wage theft' arising from the Agent's failure to adhere to the statutory timelines for payment of clinic staff.
The Agent shall have the power to communicate with the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Chiropractors for the purpose of maintaining the Principal’s active licensure, including but not limited to, the filing of renewal applications and the verification of Continuing Education (CE) credits. However, the Agent is expressly prohibited from practicing chiropractic, performing adjustments, or diagnosing subluxations unless the Agent independently holds a valid Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) license in Massachusetts.
Pursuant to the Massachusetts Data Privacy Law (M.G.L. ch. 93H) and HIPAA, the Agent is authorized to act as the Principal's representative regarding the security and integrity of patient health information. The Agent shall have the power to respond to patient requests for records, manage secure server protocols for digital X-rays, and represent the practice in any audits regarding the handling of sensitive clinical data.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have executed this Power of Attorney on the date first written above.
Principal
Name: Principal
Date: 2026-04-19
In the specialized field of chiropractic care, your practice involves more than just manual adjustments; it involves complex insurance billing, HIPAA compliance, and X-ray record management. Should you become unavailable, a general Power of Attorney may fail to provide your agent with the specific authority needed to navigate the Massachusetts Chiropractic Practice Act or handle disputes under the MA Wage Theft Prevention Act. This document ensures a designated agent can maintain continuity of care, authorize equipment leases, and manage clinical staff without risking your professional licensure or practice standing.
Beyond the standard power of attorney sections, this template adds fields specific to Chiropractor:
A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that enables one person (the principal) to designate another person (the agent or attorney-in-fact) to make decisions and act on their behalf in specified or all matters. The document serves as a legal empowerment that allows the agent to manage affairs such as financial transactions, health care decisions, and legal proceedings, thereby ensuring the principal's affairs can be managed even if they are incapacitated or unavailable to oversee them directly.
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Yes, provided the Power of Attorney specifically grants authority to manage insurance reimbursement and billing. In Massachusetts, agents must be empowered to navigate Chapter 93A consumer protection issues and billing audits common in chiropractic clinics.
Managing protected health information (PHI) requires specific HIPAA authorization. This Power of Attorney includes provisions for the agent to act as your representative under the Massachusetts Data Privacy Law (M.G.L. ch. 93H) to ensure patient record continuity.
While an agent can handle administrative and financial tasks, they cannot perform clinical spinal adjustments or diagnosis unless they are a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) in Massachusetts. The agent's role is typically limited to business operations.
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