Texas State Regulations for Assisted Living Physician Visits

Seniors and their families have many questions about assisted living facilities. One of their big concerns are doctor visits. The state of Texas has laws and guidelines to make sure seniors get a physician's care as they begin life as residents of an assisted living facility.

Get a Checkup

• Residents of Texas assisted living facilities must have a health examination by a physician within 30 days before moving to the facility or within 14 days after entering it.

Make a Choice

• Seniors living in Texas assisted living facilities are generally allowed to have their own physician. If the doctor agrees, the physician can make make an on-site visit, or the patients can go the physician.

Doctor's Help Available

• In Texas, facilities labeled as assisted living must make sure their residents get minor medical treatment from a physician. That can be under the direction or supervision of the doctor.

Expert Insight

• Seniors considering an assisted living facility in Texas need ask questions about physician care. While many facilities may allow you to see your own doctor, others will not. Ask if you must use the staff physician. If so, ask to meet with him.