Dr. Richard M Hyman, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
790 W AVE Q, Palmdale, CA 93551-3768
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Richard M Hyman
Dr. Richard M. Hyman, MD, QME is a board-certified cardiologist and internist in Los Angeles with over 50 years of experience in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1973, completed his internal medicine residency at Tufts Medical Center, and a cardiovascular disease fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Hyman is a certified Qualified Medical Evaluator who has published guidelines on cardiac disability evaluation in workers' compensation and provides expert medical-legal assessments throughout the Los Angeles region.
Education & Board Certifications
- University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, MD, 1973
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. Richard M Hyman serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County, Ventura 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. Richard M Hyman 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. Richard M Hyman's office located?
Dr. Richard M Hyman's office is located at 790 W AVE Q, Palmdale, CA 93551-3768. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Richard M Hyman's board certifications?
Dr. Richard M Hyman holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Richard M Hyman's education and training background?
Dr. Richard M Hyman's training includes: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, MD, 1973. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Richard M Hyman have?
Dr. Richard M Hyman has approximately 52 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. Richard M Hyman serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Richard M Hyman is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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