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California Code § 87506(b)(10)Medical Assessment Records

How CCLD inspectors cite this regulation, what providers do to stay clear of it, and where it appears in the public record.

Type B, generalAffects rcfe29 facilities cited in the last 90 days
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Regulation text

What California Code § 87506(b)(10) actually says

California Code § 87506(b)(10)

Reports of the medical assessment specified in Section 87458, Medical Assessment, and of any special problems or precautions.

From the field

What providers tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

29 California RCFEs were cited for incomplete medical assessment records, with 13 citations in Los Angeles County alone. LPAs pull a sample of resident files during every inspection. Review each file for the Section 87458 assessment and special precautions before your next annual visit. A 30-minute audit now prevents a Type B citation that families can see on your public record.

By the numbers

29*CCLD
facilities cited in the last 90 days

That is 1 in 476 facilities CCLD inspected.

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly

14*CCLD
counties where this citation appeared

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*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly

--*CCLD
rank among most-common citations

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly

Trajectory
Steady

Last 90 days vs. previous 90 days.

29 facilities were cited for this in the last 90 days. See if yours is one of them.

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What other providers do

Common practices to stay clear of Medical Assessment Records

Common practices shared by providers. Confirm requirements with your licensing analyst.

Common practices

What to avoid

  • Admitting a resident before the medical assessment is completed and filed
  • Failing to update the file when a resident develops new medical issues
  • Storing medical assessments separately from the main resident file where LPAs cannot find them

Regional record

Where this citation appeared in the past 90 days

Citation counts and rates by California county, drawn from CCLD inspection records.

Regional citations for Medical Assessment Records, last 90 days
CountyCitations
Los Angeles12
Sacramento3
Orange2
Kern1
Merced1
Solano1
Sonoma1
Sutter1
Alameda1
Monterey1

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citationsUpdated weekly

Public record

Check any facility for § 87506(b)(10)

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers based on public CCLD data and regulation text. May not reflect recent changes.

What is the medical assessment documentation violation in California assisted living?
Title 22, Section 87506(b)(10) requires every RCFE resident file to include the medical assessment from Section 87458 and documentation of any special problems or precautions. This information tells staff how to safely care for each resident. Missing or incomplete records trigger a deficiency during CCLD inspections.
How common is the medical assessment documentation citation in California RCFEs?
According to California CCLD inspection records, 29 California RCFEs were cited for this deficiency. It is classified as Type B, indicating a potential risk if left uncorrected. Los Angeles County accounted for 13 of these citations, suggesting larger counties with higher inspection volumes see this issue more frequently.
What happens if an RCFE is cited for missing medical assessment records?
A Type B citation under Section 87506(b)(10) requires the facility to submit a plan of correction and update the affected resident files. Type B citations carry civil penalties and become part of the facility's public record. CCLD may schedule a follow-up visit to verify the records are complete.
How do I fix or prevent a medical assessment documentation citation?
Audit every resident file to confirm it contains the Section 87458 medical assessment and all documented special precautions. Set a calendar reminder to update files whenever a resident's condition changes. LPAs review a sample of resident records during every annual inspection, so even small documentation gaps get caught quickly.
Does a missing medical assessment affect my RCFE license?
One Type B citation will not revoke your license on its own, but incomplete resident records are a recurring CCLD focus area during inspections. Multiple documentation deficiencies can trigger an enforcement conference and increased inspection frequency over time. Complete medical records protect both your residents and your operating license.

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This information is educational and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed residential care compliance consultant for guidance specific to your facility. Citation data is sourced from California Community Care Licensing Division public records and is refreshed regularly.