Dr. Ramesh Karody, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
1850 N RIVERSIDE AVE 250, Rialto, CA 92376
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Ramesh Karody
Dr. Ramesh Karody, MD, is a board-certified internist and critical care medicine specialist serving the Rialto and Riverside, California area with over 50 years of medical experience. A graduate of Osmania Medical College who completed fellowship training in critical care at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Dr. Karody is qualified to conduct Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) examinations and workers' compensation assessments in the Inland Empire region. He is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital and Riverside University Health System-Medical Center.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Osmania Medical College (1975)
- Internal Medicine Residency - Catholic Medical Center
- Critical Care Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
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. Ramesh Karody serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Ramesh Karody 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. Ramesh Karody's office located?
Dr. Ramesh Karody's office is located at 1850 N RIVERSIDE AVE 250, Rialto, CA 92376. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Bernardino County.
What are Dr. Ramesh Karody's board certifications?
Dr. Ramesh Karody holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Ramesh Karody's education and training background?
Dr. Ramesh Karody's training includes: MD - Osmania Medical College (1975); Internal Medicine Residency - Catholic Medical Center; Critical Care Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ramesh Karody have?
Dr. Ramesh Karody has approximately 50 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. Ramesh Karody serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Ramesh Karody is available for QME evaluations in San Bernardino County, Riverside County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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