Dr. Micah T Hoffman, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
340 FOURTH AVE STE 5, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Francisco County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Micah T Hoffman
Board-certified psychiatrist and QME/CIME. Graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Tampa and earned his M.D. from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. Completed psychiatry residency at UCLA Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital where he served as Chief Resident. Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA).
Education & Board Certifications
- B.A. Magna Cum Laude, University of Tampa
- M.D., Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
- Psychiatry Residency, Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA (Chief Resident)
Languages Spoken
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity 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. Micah T Hoffman serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Francisco County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern 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. Micah T Hoffman evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry 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. Micah T Hoffman's office located?
Dr. Micah T Hoffman's office is located at 340 FOURTH AVE STE 5, Chula Vista, CA 91910. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 9 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. Micah T Hoffman's board certifications?
Dr. Micah T Hoffman holds the following board certifications: Board Certified - Psychiatry (DABPN), Fellow, American Psychiatric Association (FAPA), Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Certified Independent Medical Examiner (CIME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Micah T Hoffman's education and training background?
Dr. Micah T Hoffman's training includes: B.A. Magna Cum Laude, University of Tampa; M.D., Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University; Psychiatry Residency, Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA (Chief Resident). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Micah T Hoffman have?
Dr. Micah T Hoffman has approximately 15 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
Which counties does Dr. Micah T Hoffman serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Micah T Hoffman is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, San Francisco County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, Fresno County, Kern County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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