Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1303 A ST, Hayward, CA 94541
Phone
Counties Served
Alameda County, San Mateo County, Solano County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch
Dr. Carmen E. Cobb-Walch, MD, is a dual board-certified physician in internal medicine and pediatrics affiliated with UCSF Health who provides Qualified Medical Evaluator services for workers' compensation cases in the Hayward and greater East Bay area. A graduate of the Medical College of Georgia who completed her combined internal medicine and pediatrics residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin where she served as chief resident, Dr. Cobb-Walch brings academic rigor and broad clinical expertise to medical-legal evaluations. Her faculty appointment at UCSF and specialized interests in diverse patient populations ensure comprehensive and culturally competent assessments for complex workers' compensation cases.
Education & Board Certifications
- Medical College of Georgia, MD
- Medical College of Wisconsin, Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Residency (Chief Resident)
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. Carmen E Cobb-walch serves workers' compensation cases in Alameda County, San Mateo County, Solano County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus 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. Carmen E Cobb-walch 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. Carmen E Cobb-walch's office located?
Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch's office is located at 1303 A ST, Hayward, CA 94541. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Alameda County.
What are Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch's board certifications?
Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Board Certified, Pediatrics. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch's education and training background?
Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch's training includes: Medical College of Georgia, MD; Medical College of Wisconsin, Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Residency (Chief Resident). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch have?
Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch has approximately 14 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. Carmen E Cobb-walch serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Carmen E Cobb-walch is available for QME evaluations in Alameda County, San Mateo County, Solano County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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