Violation

California Code § 87464(d)Pre-Admission Obligations

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

Type A, seriousAffects rcfe79 facilities cited in the last 90 days

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Regulation text

What California Code § 87464(d) actually says

California Code § 87464(d)

A facility need not accept a particular resident for care. However, if a facility chooses to accept a particular resident for care, the facility shall be responsible for meeting the resident's needs as identified in the pre-admission appraisal specified in Section 87457, Pre-admission Appraisal and providing the other basic services specified below, either directly or through outside resources.

From the field

What providers tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

76 California RCFEs were cited for this. Before every admission, compare the Section 87457 appraisal against the services your community actually provides. LPAs check this match within the first few records they pull during inspection.

By the numbers

79^*CCLD: facilities cited in the last 90 days
19^*CCLD: counties where this citation appeared
--^*CCLD: rank among most-common citations
Trajectory: Steady

79 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 Pre-Admission Obligations

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

Common practices

Complete a pre-admission appraisal under Section 87457 before accepting any resident
Provide all identified basic services directly or through arranged outside resources
Document how each assessed need will be met in the resident's service plan
Reassess service arrangements when resident needs change

What to avoid

Accepting a resident whose care needs exceed what the facility can realistically provide
Failing to arrange outside resources for needs the facility cannot meet directly
Incomplete pre-admission appraisals that miss medical or mobility requirements
No documented link between the appraisal findings and the resident's service plan

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 Pre-Admission Obligations, last 90 days
County	Citations	Facilities	Citation rate
Los Angeles	23	--	--
Sacramento	16	--	--
San Diego	5	--	--
Butte	4	--	--
Ventura	4	--	--
Orange	3	--	--
San Joaquin	3	--	--
Merced	2	--	--
Shasta	2	--	--
Solano	2	--	--

SOURCE

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Divisionviolation_citations2026-05-30Updated weekly

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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

What is a pre-admission appraisal obligation violation?

A pre-admission appraisal obligation violation occurs when a California RCFE accepts a resident but fails to meet the needs identified during the required pre-admission appraisal. Title 22, Section 87464(d) ties acceptance directly to the facility's responsibility to provide those services. Your community must deliver on what the appraisal found, either directly or through arranged outside resources. LPAs review admission records to verify this match during inspections.

How common is this violation in California assisted living?

According to California CCLD inspection records, 76 California RCFEs were cited for pre-admission appraisal obligation deficiencies, totaling 81 citations across 20 counties. These are classified as Type A citations because failing to meet a resident's identified needs poses a direct and immediate risk. Los Angeles County accounted for 23 of those citations. This deficiency appears in roughly 0.58% of California assisted living facilities.

What happens if an RCFE is cited for pre-admission appraisal violations?

A Type A citation for this violation carries civil penalties and requires a written plan of correction submitted to CCLD. The Licensing Program Analyst will schedule a follow-up visit to verify the facility now meets the resident's assessed needs. Repeated citations can trigger a compliance conference with Community Care Licensing. Type A citations carry higher penalties than Type B citations and remain on the facility's public record.

How do I fix or prevent a pre-admission appraisal obligation citation?

Review every pre-admission appraisal under Section 87457 before accepting a new resident. Confirm your community can meet each identified need through staff or contracted outside resources. Document the service plan that matches those needs within the first week of move-in. Reassess whenever a resident's condition changes. Keep a signed acknowledgment that the administrator reviewed the appraisal and approved the admission based on available services.

Does a pre-admission appraisal violation affect my RCFE license?

Yes. CCLD tracks all Type A citations and factors them into your facility's compliance history during license renewal reviews. A pattern of admission-related deficiencies can lead to conditions on your license or probationary status. The public citation record is visible to families searching your facility on the CCLD website. Addressing the root cause promptly protects both your residents and your standing with Licensing.

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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.

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