Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M-103, Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella
Dr. Linda Cocchiarella is a board-certified internist and occupational medicine specialist with over 38 years of clinical experience. She is nationally recognized as the lead medical editor and project developer of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, Fifth Edition, the standard reference used in California workers' compensation impairment ratings. Dr. Cocchiarella brings unparalleled expertise in disability and impairment assessment, performing complex independent medical evaluations grounded in state guidelines and the AMA Guides. She serves the Los Angeles area as a Qualified Medical Evaluator in internal medicine.
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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.
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Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside 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 A Cocchiarella 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 A Cocchiarella's office located?
Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella's office is located at 1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M-103, Los Angeles, CA 90013. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella's board certifications?
Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
How many years of experience does Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella have?
Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella has approximately 38 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 A Cocchiarella serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Linda A Cocchiarella is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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