Dr. Cecil C Laqui, MD
Internal Medicine
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Office Address
742 W HIGHLAND AVE, San Bernardino, CA 92405-3839
Phone
Counties Served
San Bernardino County, Riverside County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Cecil C Laqui
Dr. Cecil Caguioa Laqui is a board-certified internal medicine and rheumatology physician and Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) practicing in San Bernardino, California. With over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Laqui brings deep expertise in rheumatologic and musculoskeletal conditions to workers' compensation evaluations in the Inland Empire. He provides comprehensive medicolegal assessments for injured workers throughout the San Bernardino and Rancho Cucamonga areas.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD (graduated 1979)
- Residency, Internal Medicine
- Fellowship, Rheumatology
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. Cecil C Laqui 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. Cecil C Laqui 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. Cecil C Laqui's office located?
Dr. Cecil C Laqui's office is located at 742 W HIGHLAND AVE, San Bernardino, CA 92405-3839. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 2 California counties including San Bernardino County.
What are Dr. Cecil C Laqui's board certifications?
Dr. Cecil C Laqui holds the following board certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Cecil C Laqui's education and training background?
Dr. Cecil C Laqui's training includes: MD (graduated 1979); Residency, Internal Medicine; Fellowship, Rheumatology. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in internal medicine workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Cecil C Laqui have?
Dr. Cecil C Laqui has approximately 47 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. Cecil C Laqui serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Cecil C Laqui 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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