Dr. Harout R Balian, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Office Address
333 N HILL AVE STE 101, Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Harout R Balian
Dr. Harout Raffi Balian is a physiatrist and pain medicine specialist practicing in Pasadena, California, with over 40 years of experience. He graduated from Yerevan State Medical University in 1982 and is affiliated with Huntington Health and Glendale Memorial Hospital, specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, internal medicine, and pain medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Yerevan State Medical University Named For Mkhitar Heratsi (1982)
Languages Spoken
About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME Evaluations
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) QME evaluations assess functional recovery and residual disability from musculoskeletal and neurological workplace injuries. The physiatrist focuses on rehabilitation potential, functional capacity, and the need for ongoing physical therapy or assistive devices.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Los Angeles County
Dr. Harout R Balian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Harout R Balian evaluate as a QME?
A Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Harout R Balian's office located?
Dr. Harout R Balian's office is located at 333 N HILL AVE STE 101, Pasadena, CA 91106. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Harout R Balian's board certifications?
Dr. Harout R Balian holds the following board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Harout R Balian's education and training background?
Dr. Harout R Balian's training includes: MD - Yerevan State Medical University Named For Mkhitar Heratsi (1982). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in physical medicine & rehabilitation workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Harout R Balian have?
Dr. Harout R Balian has approximately 43 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified physical medicine & rehabilitation physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Harout R Balian speak?
Dr. Harout R Balian speaks English and French and Arabic. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
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