Dr. Kristina Djekic, DO
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
2321 DURFEE AVE STE C, El Monte, CA 91732-9173
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Kristina Djekic
Dr. Kristina Djekic, DO, is a board-certified internist and hospitalist practicing in Escondido and San Diego, California. She has expertise in hospital medicine and stroke treatment, and is affiliated with several major medical centers. She is listed on the California QME panel for Internal Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Western University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (2015)
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. Kristina Djekic serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino 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. Kristina Djekic 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. Kristina Djekic's office located?
Dr. Kristina Djekic's office is located at 2321 DURFEE AVE STE C, El Monte, CA 91732-9173. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Kristina Djekic's board certifications?
Dr. Kristina Djekic holds the following board certifications: Board Certified, Internal Medicine, Hospitalist. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Kristina Djekic's education and training background?
Dr. Kristina Djekic's training includes: DO, Western University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (2015). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Kristina Djekic have?
Dr. Kristina Djekic has approximately 10 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. Kristina Djekic serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Kristina Djekic is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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