The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter, requiring all contracts of admissions for skilled nursing facilities to include an attachment disclosing the name of the owner and licensee of the facility, as well as the name and contact information of a single entity responsible for patient care and facility operation. This attachment must be placed before any other attachment in the contract. Additionally, within 30 days of a change of ownership approval, the facility must send written notification to all current residents, patients, and primary contacts listed in the admission agreement. This notice must disclose the name of the new owner and licensee and the responsible entity's contact information. Facilities must send a copy of the written notice and a list of individuals and mailing addresses to their local Licensing and Certification District Office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in penalties or other consequences for the facility.

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