Dr. John E Hortareas, DO
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1676 PALM AVE, San Diego, CA 92154
Phone
Counties Served
San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, Placer County, Imperial County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. John E Hortareas
Dr. John E. Hortareas, DO, is an internal medicine specialist in San Diego, California, with over 29 years of diverse experience. He cooperates with medical groups including Emergency and Acute Care Medical Corporation and Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group. He is listed on the California QME panel for Internal Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Medical School (graduated 1996)
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. John E Hortareas serves workers' compensation cases in San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, Placer County, Imperial 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. John E Hortareas 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. John E Hortareas's office located?
Dr. John E Hortareas's office is located at 1676 PALM AVE, San Diego, CA 92154. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 6 California counties including San Diego County.
What are Dr. John E Hortareas's board certifications?
Dr. John E Hortareas holds the following board certifications: Internal Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. John E Hortareas's education and training background?
Dr. John E Hortareas's training includes: DO, Medical School (graduated 1996). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. John E Hortareas have?
Dr. John E Hortareas has approximately 29 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. John E Hortareas serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. John E Hortareas is available for QME evaluations in San Diego County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, Sacramento County, Placer County, Imperial County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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