Dr. Prerna M Khanna, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
8036 3RD ST STE 103, Downey, CA 90241
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Prerna M Khanna
Dr. Prerna Mona Khanna, MD, MPH, FACP, FACPM, FACOEM, is a board-certified internist and occupational medicine specialist serving the Downey and greater Southern California area as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) for workers' compensation cases. A graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine with an MPH from Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Khanna brings over 30 years of experience in internal medicine, occupational and environmental medicine, and preventive medicine. She has served as Medical Director for San Bernardino and Riverside counties and is recognized as a fellow of the American College of Physicians, the American College of Preventive Medicine, and the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- BSJ - Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism (1987)
- MD - University of Illinois College of Medicine (1991)
- MPH - Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (1995-1996)
- Internal Medicine Residency (1993-1994)
- Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Residency - Johns Hopkins (1995-1997)
- Occupational Medicine Residency - University of California San Francisco (1997-1998)
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. Prerna M Khanna serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles 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. Prerna M Khanna 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. Prerna M Khanna's office located?
Dr. Prerna M Khanna's office is located at 8036 3RD ST STE 103, Downey, CA 90241. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Prerna M Khanna's board certifications?
Dr. Prerna M Khanna holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Preventive Medicine - Occupational Medicine, American Board of Preventive Medicine - Public Health & General Preventive Medicine, Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) - California, FACP, FACPM, FACOEM. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Prerna M Khanna's education and training background?
Dr. Prerna M Khanna's training includes: BSJ - Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism (1987); MD - University of Illinois College of Medicine (1991); MPH - Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (1995-1996); Internal Medicine Residency (1993-1994); Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Residency - Johns Hopkins (1995-1997); Occupational Medicine Residency - University of California San Francisco (1997-1998). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Prerna M Khanna have?
Dr. Prerna M Khanna has approximately 34 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. Prerna M Khanna serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Prerna M Khanna is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles 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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