Dr. Leon Barkodar, MD
Neurology
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Office Address
1125 S BEVERLY DR STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Leon Barkodar
Dr. Leon Barkodar is a dual board-certified neurologist specializing in neurology and brain injury medicine, practicing in the Los Angeles area from his office in West Hills, California. He is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) providing expert neurological evaluations for workers' compensation cases throughout Los Angeles County. Dr. Barkodar offers concierge neurology services and specializes in treating headaches, migraines, Parkinson's disease, stroke, tremors, and neuropathic pain, as well as medical-legal evaluations.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, 2010
- Internal Medicine Internship, Maimonides Medical Center, New York, 2010-2011
- Neurology Residency, University of Southern California/LA General Medical Center, 2011-2014
Languages Spoken
About Neurology QME Evaluations
Neurology QME evaluations assess work-related neurological injuries including traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathy, and nerve compression syndromes. The evaluating neurologist reviews medical records, performs a clinical examination, and provides opinions on causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment.
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. Leon Barkodar serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno 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. Leon Barkodar evaluate as a QME?
A Neurology 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. Leon Barkodar's office located?
Dr. Leon Barkodar's office is located at 1125 S BEVERLY DR STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90035. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Leon Barkodar's board certifications?
Dr. Leon Barkodar holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Board Certified, Brain Injury Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Leon Barkodar's education and training background?
Dr. Leon Barkodar's training includes: MD, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, 2010; Internal Medicine Internship, Maimonides Medical Center, New York, 2010-2011; Neurology Residency, University of Southern California/LA General Medical Center, 2011-2014. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in neurology workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Leon Barkodar have?
Dr. Leon Barkodar has approximately 12 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified neurology physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Leon Barkodar speak?
Dr. Leon Barkodar speaks English and Farsi and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Leon Barkodar serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Leon Barkodar is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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