Violation

California Code § 87456(a)(2)Pre-Admission Appraisal

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 rcfe93 facilities cited in the last 90 days

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Regulation text

What California Code § 87456(a)(2) actually says

California Code § 87456(a)(2)

Perform a pre-admission appraisal.

From the field

What providers tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

90 California RCFEs were cited for missing pre-admission appraisals. Keep completed appraisals in every resident file because LPAs check admission paperwork early in every inspection. A missing appraisal form is one of the fastest citations an inspector can write.

By the numbers

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

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

Check a facility

What other providers do

Common practices to stay clear of Pre-Admission Appraisal

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

Common practices

Complete an appraisal of each prospective resident before admission.
Document the resident's care needs, preferences, and any limitations.
Retain the completed appraisal in the resident's file at the facility.

What to avoid

Admitting a resident on weekends or holidays without completing the appraisal first.
Using an outdated appraisal form that does not cover current Title 22 requirements.
Failing to document the appraisal even when an informal verbal assessment was done.

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 Appraisal, last 90 days
County	Citations	Facilities	Citation rate
Los Angeles	27	--	--
Riverside	15	--	--
Orange	14	--	--
San Mateo	8	--	--
Kern	3	--	--
Placer	3	--	--
Solano	3	--	--
Alameda	3	--	--
San Diego	3	--	--
Sonoma	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 resident appraisal?

A pre-admission appraisal is a required evaluation of a prospective resident before they move into your assisted living facility. Title 22, Section 87456(a)(2) mandates this assessment to confirm the community can safely meet the individual's care needs. It protects residents by ensuring the facility has the appropriate services, staffing, and environment for each person.

How common is this violation in California assisted living?

According to CCLD inspection records, 90 California RCFEs were cited for failing to perform pre-admission appraisals. This deficiency is classified as Type B, meaning it poses a potential risk if left uncorrected. It appeared across 19 counties, with the most citations in Los Angeles (27), Riverside (15), and Orange (14).

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

Your facility receives a Type B citation and must submit a plan of correction to CCLD. The Licensing Program Analyst will schedule a follow-up visit to verify compliance. Type B citations carry lower civil penalties than Type A, but repeated failures create a pattern of noncompliance that can trigger escalated enforcement.

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

Complete a standardized pre-admission appraisal for every prospective resident before move-in day. Keep blank appraisal forms ready and train admission staff on the required elements under Title 22, Section 87456. File completed appraisals in the resident record so LPAs can review them during inspections.

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

Yes. Repeated citations for missing pre-admission appraisals build a compliance history that CCLD tracks over time. Accumulated Type B citations can lead to increased inspection frequency, conditions on your license, or further enforcement action by the Community Care Licensing Division.

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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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