Dr. Jacob Kunes, DO
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
12901 HARBOR BLVD STE A6, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Phone
Counties Served
Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
DO — QME Certified
About Dr. Jacob Kunes
Dr. Jacob P. Kunes, DO, is an internist practicing in Newport Beach and the greater Orange County area of California. He is affiliated with Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian and Greater Newport Physicians. He has over 11 years of experience in internal medicine. Listed on the California QME panel for Internal Medicine.
Education & Board Certifications
- DO, Midwestern University - Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)
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. Jacob Kunes serves workers' compensation cases in 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. Jacob Kunes 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. Jacob Kunes's office located?
Dr. Jacob Kunes's office is located at 12901 HARBOR BLVD STE A6, Garden Grove, CA 92840. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 3 California counties including Orange County.
What are Dr. Jacob Kunes's board certifications?
Dr. Jacob Kunes 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. Jacob Kunes's education and training background?
Dr. Jacob Kunes's training includes: DO, Midwestern University - Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012). This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jacob Kunes have?
Dr. Jacob Kunes has approximately 13 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. Jacob Kunes serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Jacob Kunes is available for QME evaluations in 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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