Dr. Avi J Hettena, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
3760 CONVOY ST STE 111, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Avi J Hettena
Dr. Avi Hettena, MD is a board-certified internist and nephrologist practicing in the San Diego area with over 48 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree with honors from Yale School of Medicine in 1976 and maintains expertise in both internal medicine and nephrology. As a California Qualified Medical Evaluator, Dr. Hettena provides thorough medical-legal evaluations for workers' compensation cases throughout the San Diego and North County region.
Education & Board Certifications
- Yale School of Medicine, MD, 1976
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. Avi J Hettena serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Orange 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. Avi J Hettena 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. Avi J Hettena's office located?
Dr. Avi J Hettena's office is located at 3760 CONVOY ST STE 111, San Diego, CA 92111. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Avi J Hettena's board certifications?
Dr. Avi J Hettena holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Avi J Hettena's education and training background?
Dr. Avi J Hettena's training includes: Yale School of Medicine, MD, 1976. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Avi J Hettena have?
Dr. Avi J Hettena has approximately 48 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. Avi J Hettena serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Avi J Hettena is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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