Dr. Linda Barkodar, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
14466 MAIN ST STE B102, Hesperia, CA 92345
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Counties Served
San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Yolo County, Fresno County, Tulare County, Kings County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Imperial County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Linda Barkodar
Dr. Linda Barkodar, MD, QME, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and Qualified Medical Evaluator providing services throughout California, including the Hesperia and Inland Empire region. She earned her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from UCLA and her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, followed by an internal medicine residency at Cedars-Sinai/VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care System. Dr. Barkodar is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Women's Association, and is available for PQME, AME, and IME appointments for workers' compensation cases.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), BS in Neuroscience
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine, MD
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About Internal Medicine QME Evaluations
Internal Medicine QME evaluations cover a broad range of systemic conditions caused or aggravated by workplace exposures, including hypertension, diabetes complications, gastrointestinal disorders, and infectious diseases. The evaluating internist provides opinions on how occupational factors contributed to the condition.
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 Served Counties
Dr. Linda Barkodar serves workers' compensation cases in San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Yolo County, Fresno County, Tulare County, Kings County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Imperial 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. Linda Barkodar evaluate as a QME?
A Internal Medicine 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. Linda Barkodar's office located?
Dr. Linda Barkodar's office is located at 14466 MAIN ST STE B102, Hesperia, CA 92345. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including San Bernardino County.
What are Dr. Linda Barkodar's board certifications?
Dr. Linda Barkodar holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Linda Barkodar's education and training background?
Dr. Linda Barkodar's training includes: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), BS in Neuroscience; Albert Einstein College of Medicine, MD. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Linda Barkodar have?
Dr. Linda Barkodar has approximately 18 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified internal medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Linda Barkodar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Linda Barkodar is available for QME evaluations in San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Yolo County, Fresno County, Tulare County, Kings County, Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Imperial County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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