Dr. Jeffrey F Caren, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
3156 VISTA WAY STE 160, Oceanside, CA 92056
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Jeffrey F Caren
Dr. Jeffrey F. Caren, MD, FACC, is a board-certified internist and cardiologist who has served the Southern California medical community for over four decades. A Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a longtime attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Caren brings extensive clinical expertise to Qualified Medical Evaluator examinations in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. Recognized as a Super Doctor by Los Angeles Magazine and named to the U.S. News & World Report Top Doctors list, he provides thorough, evidence-based evaluations for workers' compensation cases in the Oceanside and greater San Diego region.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, MD, 1971
- University of California, Berkeley, BA Philosophy
Languages Spoken
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. Jeffrey F Caren serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Orange 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. Jeffrey F Caren 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. Jeffrey F Caren's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey F Caren's office is located at 3156 VISTA WAY STE 160, Oceanside, CA 92056. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Jeffrey F Caren's board certifications?
Dr. Jeffrey F Caren holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Board Certified, Cardiovascular Disease, Fellow, American College of Cardiology (FACC). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Jeffrey F Caren's education and training background?
Dr. Jeffrey F Caren's training includes: University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, MD, 1971; University of California, Berkeley, BA Philosophy. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jeffrey F Caren have?
Dr. Jeffrey F Caren has approximately 53 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. Jeffrey F Caren serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jeffrey F Caren is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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