Section 82069 - Client Medical Assessments(a) Prior to or within 30 calendar days following the acceptance of a client, the licensee shall obtain a written medical assessment of the client that determines the licensee's ability to provide necessary health-related services to the client. The assessment shall be used in developing the Needs and Services Plan. (1) The assessment shall be performed by a licensed physician or designee, who is also a licensed professional, and the assessment shall not be more than one year old when obtained.(b) The medical assessment shall include the following: (1) The results of an examination for communicable tuberculosis and other contagious/infectious diseases.(2) Identification of the client's special problems and needs.(3) Identification of any prescribed medications being taken by the client.(4) A determination of the client's ambulatory status, as defined by Section 82001(n).(5) Identification of physical restrictions, including any medically necessary diet restrictions.(c) The licensing agency shall have the authority to require the licensee to obtain a current written medical assessment, if such an assessment is necessary to verify the appropriateness of a client's placement.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 82069
1. New section filed 12-13-2006; operative 1-12-2007 (Register 2006, No. 50). Note: Authority cited: Sections 1530 and 1530.1, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1501, 1502, 1507 and 1531, Health and Safety Code.
1. New section filed 12-13-2006; operative 1-12-2007 (Register 2006, No. 50).