Services
The Department of Health reviews applications packages for Ambulatory Surgical Centers to determine an applicant's eligibility for a license.
See a directory of Ambulatory Surgical Centers, their regulations and how to file a complaint.
Assisted Living Residence Regulatory (ALR) Act of 2000 became effective on June 24, 2000. The act was implemented August 17, 2007.
COVID-19 Guidances and Best Practices
For the most up to date information on the District's response to COVID-19, go to coronavirus.dc.gov.
Community Hygiene Division
The DC Board of Dentistry regulates the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in the District. The Board evaluates qualifications, administers exams, and recommends standards and procedures. Moreover, the Board issues licenses, receives and reviews complaints, requests investigations, conducts hearings, and issues an annual report.
The DC Board of Long Term Care Administration regulates the practice of nursing home administration.
Postgraduate physician residents/fellows practicing in DC must apply for a MTL. Medical residents who are rotating for less than 120 days in DC must complete a MTR form.
The Board of Pharmacy regulates the practice of pharmacy and the practice of pharmaceutical detailing in the District of Columbia
Get information on the Department of Health's Board of Nursing license and certification requirements, regulations and process as well as important resources for candidates. Note that initial CNA applications are now submitted through DC Health’s internal licensing system.
Please apply at this link: https://dohenterprise.my.site.com/dchealthrenewals/s/portal-page
The Intermediate Care Facilities Division regulates child-placing agencies and provides information and applications for licensing, incident reporting and a child placement agency directory.
View an alphabetical listing of reports from licensure surveys conducted on child placing agencies.