When must every licensed health care facility submit an annual report?

Every licensed health care facility is required to submit an annual report by December 31 of each year. This timeline aligns with the conclusion of the calendar year, allowing facilities to compile and present a comprehensive overview of their operations, financials, and performance during the preceding twelve-month period.

Submitting the report by this date ensures that it is timely, facilitating regulatory compliance and allowing for any necessary assessments or interventions by oversight bodies within a standard time frame. It serves as a critical mechanism for maintaining transparency and accountability within the health care system, helping to safeguard the quality of care provided to residents and patients.

The other options do not align with the established reporting timeframe set for annual submissions, which is specifically mandated to be completed by the end of the calendar year.