The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter warning healthcare facilities and providers about individuals impersonating department employees. Several facilities have reported visitors claiming to represent the department or the Department of Justice, but were unable to provide identification. The impersonators have requested access to contracts related to emergency care. No medical information breaches have occurred, but facilities are advised to ask for photo-identifying badges from anyone claiming to represent these departments. Providing patient health information to unauthorized individuals may result in a medical breach citation. Facilities should report any incidents to their local Licensing and Certification District Office.

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