Violation

California Code § 87463(i)Reappraisal Meetings

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 rcfe36 facilities cited in the last 90 days

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Regulation text

What California Code § 87463(i) actually says

California Code § 87463(i)

When there is significant change in condition, as defined in Section 87101, Definitions, or once every 12 months, whichever occurs first, the licensee shall arrange an in-person or virtual meeting or conference call to share the reappraisal with the resident, the resident's representative, if applicable, and appropriate facility staff, as specified in Section 87467, Resident Participation in Decision Making.

From the field

What providers tell us about this citation

Based on community experience, not official guidance.

34 California RCFEs were cited for missing reappraisal meetings. LPAs check each resident file for a documented meeting date within the past 12 months. Set calendar alerts 30 days before each deadline so your team has time to schedule and document the meeting before an inspector finds the gap.

By the numbers

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

36 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 Reappraisal Meetings

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

Common practices

Hold a reappraisal meeting within 12 months of the last assessment
Schedule a meeting whenever a resident has a significant change in condition
Include the resident, their representative, and appropriate staff in the meeting

What to avoid

Letting the annual reappraisal deadline pass without scheduling the meeting
Updating a care plan on paper without actually holding a meeting with the resident
Failing to invite the resident's representative to the reappraisal discussion

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 Reappraisal Meetings, last 90 days
County	Citations	Facilities	Citation rate
Ventura	7	--	--
Alameda	5	--	--
Contra Costa	3	--	--
Solano	2	--	--
Sonoma	2	--	--
San Diego	2	--	--
San Francisco	2	--	--
Kern	1	--	--
Napa	1	--	--
Monterey	1	--	--

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 reappraisal meeting violation in California assisted living?

A reappraisal meeting violation occurs when an RCFE fails to hold a required meeting to discuss a resident's updated care assessment. Title 22, Section 87463(i) requires this meeting when a resident experiences a significant change in condition, or at least once every 12 months. The meeting must include the resident, their representative if applicable, and appropriate facility staff. Without it, care plans may not reflect the resident's current needs.

How common are reappraisal meeting citations in California assisted living?

According to CCLD inspection records, 34 California RCFEs received citations for failing to hold required reappraisal meetings, with 37 total citations issued across 17 counties. These are classified as Type B deficiencies, indicating a potential risk if not corrected. Ventura County led with 7 citations, followed by Alameda with 5. Inspectors commonly find this violation when reviewing resident files and discovering expired or missing meeting documentation.

What happens if an RCFE is cited for missing a reappraisal meeting?

CCLD issues a Type B citation when a facility fails to hold a required reappraisal meeting. The facility must schedule the meeting promptly and submit a plan of correction. Type B citations carry civil penalties, though lower than Type A violations. The deficiency becomes part of the facility's public inspection record. If multiple residents have missing reappraisals, each can generate a separate citation, compounding the compliance problem for the operator.

How do I fix or prevent a reappraisal meeting violation?

Set up a tracking system that flags every resident's annual reappraisal deadline and any reported change in condition. Schedule meetings proactively rather than waiting for an LPA to find the gap. Use a simple checklist to confirm that the resident, their representative, and appropriate staff are all invited and that the meeting is documented in the file. Ventura County LPAs cited 7 facilities for this, often due to poor deadline tracking.

Does a reappraisal meeting citation affect my RCFE license?

A single Type B citation for a missed reappraisal meeting will not suspend your license, but it becomes part of your CCLD compliance record. A pattern of missed meetings across multiple residents signals a systemic documentation problem. CCLD may increase inspection frequency or require additional corrective action. Consistent compliance with reappraisal deadlines demonstrates to inspectors and families that your community keeps care plans current and resident-centered.

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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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