The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has issued an All Facilities Letter requiring acute psychiatric hospitals (APHs) to submit information on bed space, the number and status of COVID-19 patients, and equipment availability at their facilities. This is a one-time survey to be completed no later than 5:00 PM Pacific time on April 24, 2020. The purpose of this letter is to ensure that California has the necessary information to respond to the COVID-19 outbreak. APHs must report both confirmed positive and suspect COVID-19 patients. Failure to comply may result in consequences for non-compliance. This letter does not affect other reporting requirements to CDPH district offices, which will continue using the standard reporting process.
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