The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter (AFL) announcing changes in the processing of Home Health Agency (HHA) and hospice provider applications in Los Angeles County. Effective June 17, 2013, the Centralized Applications Unit (CAU) will handle initial HHA applications, change of ownership packages, and other administrative changes, while the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health will process initial hospice provider applications and related changes. The CAU will review HHA application packages and forward completed recommendations to the LA Office for final approval. The LA Office will perform required surveys and issue licenses accordingly. HHA and hospice providers located outside the LA Office's area should continue to submit applications to their local District Office. Non-compliance with these changes may result in delays or denial of application processing.

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