Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County, Tulare County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike
Dr. Emmanuel O. Emenike, MD, is a board-certified internist practicing in the Los Angeles metropolitan area with over 35 years of experience in the medical field. A graduate of the University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences (1989), he holds board certifications in internal medicine and maintains expertise in pain management. Dr. Emenike serves as a Qualified Medical Evaluator conducting workers' compensation evaluations throughout the greater Los Angeles region, with practice locations in Sherman Oaks, Oxnard, and Los Angeles.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of Port Harcourt / College of Health Sciences, MD, 1989
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. Emmanuel O Emenike serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County, Tulare 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. Emmanuel O Emenike 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. Emmanuel O Emenike's office located?
Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike's office is located at 1414 S GRAND AVE STE 270, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike's board certifications?
Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, Pain Management Certification. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike's education and training background?
Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike's training includes: University of Port Harcourt / College of Health Sciences, MD, 1989. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike have?
Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike has approximately 36 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. Emmanuel O Emenike serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Emmanuel O Emenike is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Kern County, Tulare County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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