Dr. Armen Haroutunian, MD
Pain Medicine
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Office Address
1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Armen Haroutunian
Dr. Armen Haroutunian is a double board-certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain management physician practicing in the greater Los Angeles area. He completed fellowship training at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine and has authored book chapters and publications on regenerative medicine, neuromodulation, and ultrasonography.
Education & Board Certifications
- BS, Biology, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
- MD, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
- Residency, Anesthesiology, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
- Fellowship, Pain Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Languages Spoken
About Pain Medicine QME Evaluations
Pain Medicine QME evaluations focus on chronic pain conditions resulting from workplace injuries, including complex regional pain syndrome, failed back surgery syndrome, and neuropathic pain. The evaluating pain specialist determines whether ongoing pain is causally related to the industrial injury and assesses functional 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. Armen Haroutunian serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus 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. Armen Haroutunian evaluate as a QME?
A Pain 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. Armen Haroutunian's office located?
Dr. Armen Haroutunian's office is located at 1625 W OLYMPIC BLVD STE M100, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 5 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Armen Haroutunian's board certifications?
Dr. Armen Haroutunian holds the following board certifications: American Board of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine Subspecialty Certification. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Armen Haroutunian's education and training background?
Dr. Armen Haroutunian's training includes: BS, Biology, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA); MD, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine; Residency, Anesthesiology, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center; Fellowship, Pain Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in pain medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Armen Haroutunian have?
Dr. Armen Haroutunian has approximately 11 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified pain medicine physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Armen Haroutunian speak?
Dr. Armen Haroutunian speaks English and Spanish and Armenian. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Armen Haroutunian serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Armen Haroutunian is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Sacramento County, Stanislaus County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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