Dr. Hershenta R Cohen, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
626 W LANCASTER BLVD, Lancaster, CA 93534
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Contra Costa County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Hershenta R Cohen
Dr. Hershenta Cohen, MD is a psychiatrist and neurologist with practices in Gardena, CA and multiple states. She holds a unique dual background in law (JD) and medicine (MD). She completed her psychiatry residency at Meharry Medical College and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Prisma Health / University of South Carolina. She holds medical licenses in over 14 states.
Education & Board Certifications
- BA, Political Science, University of Florida (Cum Laude), 2005-2008
- JD, Stetson University College of Law, 2009-2011
- MD, Howard University College of Medicine, 2018
- Psychiatry Residency, Meharry Medical College, 2018-2021
- Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Prisma Health / University of South Carolina SOM Columbia, 2021-2022
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
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. Hershenta R Cohen serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Contra Costa County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced 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. Hershenta R Cohen evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Hershenta R Cohen's office located?
Dr. Hershenta R Cohen's office is located at 626 W LANCASTER BLVD, Lancaster, CA 93534. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 8 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Hershenta R Cohen's board certifications?
Dr. Hershenta R Cohen holds the following board certifications: Board Certified in Psychiatry, Board Certified in Neurology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Hershenta R Cohen's education and training background?
Dr. Hershenta R Cohen's training includes: BA, Political Science, University of Florida (Cum Laude), 2005-2008; JD, Stetson University College of Law, 2009-2011; MD, Howard University College of Medicine, 2018; Psychiatry Residency, Meharry Medical College, 2018-2021; Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Prisma Health / University of South Carolina SOM Columbia, 2021-2022. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Hershenta R Cohen have?
Dr. Hershenta R Cohen has approximately 7 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Hershenta R Cohen serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Hershenta R Cohen is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Contra Costa County, San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Fresno County, Kern County, Tulare County, Merced County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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