"Ebbie, I don't know when you were last (if ever) admitted to a hospital, but if you are, your receive counseling of a sort from the admittance clerk. I believe, by law, all hospitals must ask such questions regarding Living wills, designation of a person to make health decisions in the event you cannot make them, etc." DougR

Not so, Doug. When were you last admitted to a hospital?   You fill out a form detailing your method of payment and a contact person. (This is in addition to the form that lists allergies and known health issues. You also sign a release agreeing that you know the risks inherent in the surgery.)

But "counseling"? You jest.