Digital Doc: How to Get Your LIC 602A Form Approved Remotely
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In the world of California senior living, the lic 602a form (Physician’s Report) is the essential document required for moving into a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). Historically, obtaining this report was a logistical hurdle involving long wait times and the stress of transporting a senior to a clinic.
Today, the digital doc revolution is simplifying this process. By leveraging telehealth and e-signatures, families can now work with physicians in primary care to get the necessary paperwork approved faster and more safely than ever before.
Telehealth: The Virtual Physician’s Visit
Many physicians in primary care have transitioned to offering virtual visits. California regulations allow these practitioners to evaluate a potential resident via video call to complete the lic 602a form, provided the assessment is thorough.
Virtual Assessment: Through a secure platform, a digital doc can observe the senior’s mobility, cognitive alertness, and general well-being.
Convenience: Remote visits eliminate the exhaustion of unnecessary travel for vulnerable seniors, making it easier to connect with qualified medical professionals.
Obtaining Tuberculosis Clearance
A mandatory and often overlooked section of the lic 602a form is the requirement for tuberculosis clearance.
The 6-Month Rule: If the senior has had a TB test within the last six months, your physician can record those results directly on the form.
Remote Testing: If a new test is needed, you can arrange for a mobile nurse to perform a blood draw at home. Once the lab results are ready, the doctor can provide the required tuberculosis clearance as part of the digital workflow.
Who is Authorized to Sign?
You are not limited solely to a family doctor. In California, several types of licensed physicians in primary care and associated professionals can complete the lic 602a form:
MD (Doctor of Medicine) or DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine).
NP (Nurse Practitioner).
PA (Physician Assistant).
The professional must hold a valid license to practice in the state of California to ensure the document is legally binding.
E-Signatures and the Digital Doc Workflow
The transition to a digital doc model means the days of mailing paper forms or waiting for "wet signatures" are over. Secure electronic signatures are fully accepted by state licensing.
Instant Delivery: Once the doctor applies an e-signature, the completed lic 602a form can be instantly emailed to the facility administrator.
Accuracy: Digital platforms reduce the risk of illegible handwriting or missing checkboxes, which are common reasons for forms being rejected.
Validity: Keep in mind that the completed report is valid for 6 months from the date of the medical examination.
Simple Step-by-Step Process
| 1. Preparation | Gather current medications and recent tuberculosis clearance records. | Speeds up the virtual consultation. |
| 2. Virtual Visit | Complete the medical assessment via a secure video call. | Connects you with primary care physicians instantly. |
| 3. Digitizing | The doctor completes the digital LIC 602A form. | Eliminates manual paperwork errors. |
| 4. E-Signature | The physician signs the document electronically. | Secure, legal, and fast. |
| 5. Submission | The final PDF is sent directly to the RCFE. | Move-in ready in record time. |
Transitioning a loved one to assisted living is a significant life event. Embracing the digital doc approach for your lic 602a form saves valuable time and protects seniors from the risks associated with clinic waiting rooms. By coordinating with physicians in primary care remotely, you ensure a smoother, faster, and more compassionate move-in process.
References
California Department of Social Services (CDSS) — LIC 602A (4/25) Medical Assessment for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly
California Code of Regulations — Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 87458 - Medical Assessment
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) — Telehealth & Remote Patient Monitoring (MLN901705)
Home Based Medicine — What is 602A Form in California?
Senior Living Concierge Services — Download the LIC 602 Form (Physician's Report for RCFE Placement)
ECP — California RCFE Regulation Changes 2025: What to Know
