Thanks, Randy - you provided great and detail insights.

DNR in CA unfortunately, doc's signature is required. There are 2 ADs: hospitalization (AD) and outside of hospitalization (DNR). DNR only applies to EMS personnel and will need to be present "on the body" at all times for it to be honored or wear a visible medic bracelet. If tucked away... then it's useless. Since AD only applies for hospitalization situation (i.e. life support, intubation, etc) and no doc's signature is required - AD is not applicable to EMS staff, only DNR is.

Anyway... not sure how it is with other states. I wished DNR was as easy as signing AD. I have an AD for hospitalization and all I needed was a notary for that. I'm just missing the DNR portion. I have the forms ready... just trying to find a willing doc to sign. I might just have my podiatrist sign it or something.

I am getting anxiety seeing him and he was very concerned & really upset. I requested for an earlier appt but he didn't return my call. Last thing he said was to talk to my T (which I did). I will take your suggestion on my next visit (next Friday) and am getting jiggly legs.

Thanks, all - for the info & support!