Dr. Alex D Hakim, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
10801 NATIONAL BLVD 340, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Alex D Hakim
Dr. Alex (Alexis Daniel) Hakim, MD, is a quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine in Los Angeles, California. A graduate of the University of Southern California School of Medicine, Dr. Hakim brings extensive expertise in complex medical evaluations across multiple subspecialties. He is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) certified by the State of California, offering comprehensive workers' compensation evaluations in internal medicine and pulmonary medicine throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of Southern California School of Medicine, MD
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. Alex D Hakim serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino 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. Alex D Hakim 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. Alex D Hakim's office located?
Dr. Alex D Hakim's office is located at 10801 NATIONAL BLVD 340, Los Angeles, CA 90064. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Alex D Hakim's board certifications?
Dr. Alex D Hakim holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Alex D Hakim's education and training background?
Dr. Alex D Hakim's training includes: University of Southern California School of Medicine, MD. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Alex D Hakim have?
Dr. Alex D Hakim has approximately 15 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. Alex D Hakim serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Alex D Hakim is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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