N.Y. Public Health Law Section 2899-P
Death certificate


1.

If otherwise authorized by law, the attending physician may sign the qualified individual’s death certificate.

2.

The cause of death listed on a qualified individual’s death certificate who dies after self-administering medication under this article will be the underlying terminal illness or condition. * NB Effective August 5, 2026

Source: Section 2899-P — Death certificate, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PBH/2899-P (updated Feb. 13, 2026; accessed Feb. 14, 2026).

Verified:
Feb. 14, 2026

Last modified:
Feb. 13, 2026

§ 2899-P. Death certificate's source at nysenate​.gov

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