Cat Bite Reporting Rules

Summary

Healthcare providers in California are required to report animal bites to local health authorities. However, if no medical evaluation or treatment was performed, the likelihood of the bite being reported decreases significantly since the report is typically generated during the treatment process.

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will a cat bite be reported by a doctor in California if I wasn’t evaluated or treated and got a refund for the visit
In California, healthcare providers are required to report animal bites to local health authorities. However, if no medical evaluation or treatment was performed, the likelihood of the bite being reported decreases significantly since the report is typically generated during the treatment process.
Do you have any concerns about possible health or legal implications from the bite?